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RCC 69

Para ordenar al Departamento de Salud la creación de oficinas satélites encargadas de emitir la certificación de verificación de credenciales e historial delictivo, conforme a la Ley 300-1999, según enmendada, con el fin de proveer este servicio a nivel regional y facilitar su acceso para los ciudadanos.

2025-2028 Session

Directs Puerto Rico's Department of Health to establish regional satellite offices for issuing background check certifications to improve citizen access without specifying funding or implementation details.

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Bill Summary · RCC 69

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 69 directs Puerto Rico's Department of Health to establish satellite offices responsible for issuing background check certifications and criminal history verification under Law 300-1999. The bill aims to decentralize this service by creating regional offices to improve citizen access and reduce processing burden on centralized facilities.

Why is this important

Background check certifications are essential documents required for employment, licensing, and various official transactions. Currently, citizens may need to travel to a central location, creating accessibility barriers for those in remote or underserved areas. Establishing regional satellite offices would reduce wait times, travel costs, and administrative bottlenecks while maintaining service quality across the island.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: The bill does not specify funding sources or budget allocation for establishing and staffing new satellite offices, raising questions about implementation feasibility and whether existing Department of Health resources will be diverted from other services.
  • Staffing and training requirements: Creating multiple offices requires hiring and training personnel capable of handling sensitive criminal history data, which may present logistical and quality control challenges.
  • Data security concerns: Distributing credential verification authority across multiple locations increases potential data management and cybersecurity risks for maintaining confidential criminal records.

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

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