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House of Representatives
Session of 2023 - 2024 Regular Session

MEMORANDUM

Posted: January 4, 2023 02:02 PM
From: Representative John A. Lawrence
To: All House members
Subject: COSPONSOR MEMO – Background Checks for School Board Candidates
 
Dear Colleagues –
 
In the near future, I will introduce legislation requiring candidates for School Board to obtain the same background check / clearance required for individuals volunteering with children. 
 
As you are likely aware, individuals who work or volunteer with children must obtain a child-abuse clearance under Pennsylvania law.  Details around this requirement can be found on the Department of Human Services website at the following link:
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/KeepKidsSafe/Clearances/Pages/default.aspx
 
With that in mind, there is no similar requirement for members of local school boards.  Under this proposal, candidates for school board would be required to submit a clearance along with their candidate affidavit, petitions, and statement of financial interest to the County during the filing period.
 
I would appreciate your support of this initiative.