Contact Congress about S. 1528: CHILD Act of 2025
This bill lets organizations run criminal background checks on contractors, volunteers, and licensed caregivers who work with children and vulnerable people — not just direct employees. It updates existing law instead of creating a new system.
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CHILD Act of 2025 is a House bill awaiting final action. The latest recorded action: Held at the desk.
Latest action on S. 1528: Held at the desk.
Who this affects: This bill touches anyone who works with or near children and other vulnerable populations through organizations like child care centers, youth programs, and similar entities.
Why this matters: More and more organizations rely on contractors, volunteers, and licensed providers instead of traditional employees to work with kids. Current law doesn't clearly cover all these workers for background checks, creating potential gaps in child safety screening.
Key provisions in S. 1528
- Expands who counts as a 'covered individual' under the National Child Protection Act of 1993
- Specifically includes contractors working with qualified entities as eligible for background checks
- Covers workers and volunteers at organizations that have contracts with qualified entities, plus people applying for those roles
- Adds people who are licensed or certified — or seeking to be — by a qualified entity to the group that can be checked
- Works within the existing federal background-check system instead of building a new one
How Modern Action helps you take action on S. 1528
You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.
Questions people ask about S. 1528
- What is S. 1528?
- This bill lets organizations run criminal background checks on contractors, volunteers, and licensed caregivers who work with children and vulnerable people — not just direct employees. It updates existing law instead of creating a new system.
- How do I support or oppose S. 1528?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about S. 1528?
- Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
- Can Modern Action explain S. 1528 before I act?
- Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.
