New York - Bill Passed To Allow Checks On Religious School Employees

New York - State lawmakers passed a bill that will allow independent and religious schools to conduct federal background checks on prospective employees.
Through the FBI's national criminal background check system, employers will be able to learn if a job candidate has ever been convicted of a crime, anywhere in the nation.

The bill, which is sponsored by state senator, Dean Skelos, of Long Island, and Assembly Member Harvey Weisenberg of Long Island, is awaiting the approval of Governor Pataki.
About 500,000 students attend nonpublic schools across the state.