AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CONCERNING CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS OF EMPLOYEES WITH ACCESS TO TAX RECORDS.

This bill requires state agencies and contractors in Connecticut to conduct criminal background checks on employees who have access to federal tax records. The law mandates that applicants, transfer candidates, and current employees with such access submit written statements about any criminal convictions or pending charges and undergo fingerprinting for state and national criminal history checks. These background checks must occur at least every five years for all covered employees and contractors, ensuring ongoing security for sensitive tax information. The bill also extends these requirements to any subcontractors whose work involves accessing federal tax data, maintaining consistent security standards across all levels of employment.