Criminal History Access Act
Rep. Schmidt Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Give Police Training Boards Access to FBI Criminal Records
Criminal History Access Act of 2026
The Criminal History Access Act is currently moving through the House Judiciary Committee. It recently passed a committee vote with changes and is now waiting for further action. The bill is actively moving forward in the legislative process.
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The bill has support from both parties and addresses a common-sense safety issue, but most bills struggle to get through the full legislative process without a major push.
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Personal Impact
People with criminal records who apply to become police officers or who are already certified officers would face more thorough background screening. State boards that previously lacked full FBI criminal history access would now be able to see an applicant's or officer's complete national record, making it harder for someone with a disqualifying criminal past to get hired or keep their certification.
“exchange such records and information with, and for the official use of, authorized officials of the Federal Government, including the United States Sentencing Commission, the States, including State sentencing commissions and peace officer standards and training agencies”
Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 553.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-636.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Votes
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Criminal History Access Act of 2026
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