Oregon Statutes - Chapter 756 - Public Utility Commission - Section 756.047 - Authority of commission to require fingerprints.

For the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181.534, the Public Utility Commission may require the fingerprints of a person who:

(1)(a) Is employed or applying for employment by the commission; or

(b) Provides services or seeks to provide services to the commission as a contractor or volunteer; and

(2) Is, or will be, working or providing services in a position:

(a) In which the person has access to chemicals or hazardous materials, to facilities in which chemicals and hazardous materials are present or to information regarding the transportation of chemical or hazardous materials;

(b) In which the person inspects gas or electrical lines or facilities;

(c) In which the person has access to critical infrastructure or security-sensitive facilities or information; or

(d) That has fiscal, payroll or purchasing responsibilities as one of the position’s primary responsibilities. [2005 c.730 §69]

Note: 756.047 was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 756 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

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