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PS 134

Para enmendar el inciso (B) del Artículo 4 de la Ley 300-1999, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Verificación de Credenciales e Historial Delictivo de Proveedores a Niños, Personas con Impedimentos y Profesionales de la Salud”, añadir un inciso (3) y renumerar los incisos (3) a (23) como (4) a (24), respectivamente, del Artículo 10 de la Ley 151-2004, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Gobierno Electrónico” a los fines de garantizar que la certificación otorgada por virtud de la Ley 300-1999, según enmendada, cumpla con las disposiciones de la Ley 151-2004, según enmendada, para que la expedición de la certificación de forma electrónica sea rápida y ágil; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Bill PS 134 digitizes Puerto Rico's background check certification for childcare and healthcare workers to accelerate issuance while meeting e-government compliance standards.

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Bill Summary · PS 134

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 134 amends Puerto Rico's Law 300-1999 (credential and criminal background verification for child care providers, disabled persons, and healthcare professionals) to align it with Law 151-2004 (e-government law). The bill aims to enable faster and more efficient electronic issuance of the required certifications by ensuring compliance with digital government standards.

Why is this important

This modernization could significantly reduce processing times for background check certifications that are currently required before individuals can work with vulnerable populations. Faster certification delivery removes administrative barriers for job seekers while maintaining necessary safety oversight, potentially addressing workforce shortages in healthcare and childcare sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Digitizing the certification system requires IT infrastructure investment and staff training, with unclear funding sources
  • Data security concerns: Moving sensitive criminal background records to electronic systems raises questions about data protection, privacy safeguards, and cybersecurity standards
  • System compatibility: The amendment assumes seamless integration between two separate legal frameworks without detailed technical specifications, risking incomplete or delayed implementation
  • Equity access: Electronic-only certification processes may disadvantage applicants without reliable internet access or digital literacy

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

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