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Announcements


Aug. 14, 2026

DLBC Background Check Rule Update (R501-14) Publication in Rules Bulletin August 2026

Aug. 03, 2026

DLBC Rule Residential Treatment, Congregate Care (R501-19A) Now Effective

Jul. 30, 2026

New resource: Human services background check determinations

Aug. 03, 2026

DLBC Rule Residential Treatment, Congregate Care (R501-19A) Now Effective

Jul. 30, 2026

New resource: Human services background check determinations

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