No. 37441 (5-year Review): Rule R432-35. Background Screening -- Health Facilities

DAR File No.: 37441
Filed: 03/25/2013 08:00:15 AM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 26-21-6, Duties of the Department states: (1) The department shall: (h) establish reasonable standards for criminal background checks by public and private entities; and (2) The department may: (c) make rules as necessary to implement the provisions of this chapter. The statute that covers the background screening process outlines the basic requirements to be followed however the rule establishes reasonable standards for the public and private entities.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

There have been no written comments from any party regarding this rule. This rule was repealed and reenacted last year with an effective date of 12/12/2012.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule continues to be required by Title 26, Chapter 21, of the Health Facility Licensure and Inspection Act. The Department agrees with the need to continue the rule.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Health
Family Health and Preparedness, Licensing
CANNON HEALTH BLDG
288 N 1460 W
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3231

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Joel Hoffman at the above address, by phone at 801-538-6279, by FAX at 801-538-6024, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Carmen Richins at the above address, by phone at 801-538-9087, by FAX at 801-538-6024, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

David Patton, Executive Director

Effective:

03/25/2013

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