Indiana Senate advances public library background check bill

by Brett Allega – Tristate Homepage

Indiana state senators have passed a bill dealing with how public libraries handle criminal background checks.

Senate Bill 64, co-authored by State Senator Jim Tomes of Wadesville, would require public libraries to request criminal background checks on employees and volunteers who conduct a performance, presentation, or workshop for children less than 14 years of age.

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