Clarifies criminal history record check requirements for workers conducting construction or public works activities in school buildings; requires school district to update visitor policy.

This bill (A3975) requires school districts to conduct background checks on construction and public works contractors (including subcontractors and third-party workers) before they perform any work on school property during school hours. It directly affects school districts, contractors, and workers in these roles, clarifying that these checks must verify no disqualifying criminal history exists. Key provisions mandate that schools must update visitor policies to include background checks for all individuals with regular contact with students, while listing specific offenses that trigger disqualification (such as violent crimes, drug offenses, or certain felonies). The bill amends existing New Jersey law to standardize these requirements across school districts.