Sec. 6. If a national criminal history background check (as defined in IC 25-1-1.1-4) is required under IC 25-1-1.1-4 for the occupation for which the applicant seeks a license or certificate, not more than five (5) business days after the:

(1) professional licensing agency received the individual’s application for a license or certificate under this chapter; and

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(2) individual has paid any fees required by the board for which the applicant is seeking licensure or certification;

the professional licensing agency shall notify the applicant that the applicant is eligible to submit a national criminal history background check to the professional licensing agency.

As added by P.L.149-2022, SEC.2.