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PC 726

Para añadir un nuevo artículo 14 y reenumerar los actuales artículos 14, 15 y 16 como 15, 16 y 17 de la Ley 300-1999, según enmendada, conocida como la “Ley de Verificación de Credenciales e Historial Delictivo de Proveedores a Niños, Personas con Impedimentos y Profesionales de la Salud”; con el propósito de eximir a las Amas de Llave contratadas por municipios para brindar sus servicios de cualquier pago relacionado con las disposiciones y el cumplimiento de la Ley 300-199; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Bill exempts municipal housekeeping staff from background check fees under Law 300-1999, potentially reducing protection standards for children and disabled persons served by municipalities.

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Bill Summary · PC 726

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 726 proposes to amend Law 300-1999 (credential verification and criminal background check law for providers serving children, disabled persons, and healthcare professionals) by creating a new Article 14 that would exempt municipal housekeeping staff (amas de llave) from paying fees associated with compliance with this background check requirement.

Why is this important

Background check laws are designed to protect vulnerable populations by vetting individuals who work with children and disabled persons. This bill raises questions about whether certain public employees should be subject to the same security standards as private providers, potentially affecting child and disability protection protocols while addressing municipal budget concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Inconsistent protection standards: Exempting municipal employees from background checks while requiring them for private providers creates a two-tiered system that may leave vulnerable populations less protected in municipal settings
  • Cost-shifting vs. public safety: The bill frames compliance costs as a burden on municipalities, but the savings come at the potential expense of thorough vetting of workers with access to children and disabled persons
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether exemption applies only to fee payment or to the entire background check process itself, creating implementation confusion

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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