Library: Policy

340:2-46-1. Purpose and legal basis

Revised 9-15-22

        The purpose of the Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) Office of Background Investigations (OBI) is to conduct background checks and searches related to programs and services administered by OKDHS.  The OKDHS OBI performs background checks for Child Care Services, per:

(1) Section 901 et seq. of Chapter IX of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations; and

(2) the National Child Protection Act of 1993, Public Law (P.L.) 103-209, as amended by the Volunteers for Children Act, P.L. 105-251.