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HB8352: Criminal History Access Act of 2026

: Derek Schmidt (R-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Oct 14, 2026
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Bill ProgressPassed One Chamber
  1. Introduced (completed)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber (current step)
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To authorize peace officer standards and training agencies to access criminal history records, and for other purposes.

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This bill allows agencies that set training standards for police officers to access criminal history records. These agencies oversee police officer qualifications and training across states. The bill is currently engrossed, meaning it has passed one and is being prepared for the other chamber's consideration. The measure aims to help these training agencies review officer backgrounds as part of their oversight duties.

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HB8352: Criminal History Access Act of 2026

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