My Fiance said in her chat group that the girls say it is now a requirement.
I decided to get it. Not hard to do
Go on the FBI website and search for criminal history background check
You can fill it all out online and pay with a credit card
$18.
they then send you an email with a PIN you will need.
Then pick a fingerprint place that scans.
US Post Offices have some locations.
They have a zip code search feature on the FBI link.
Mine was 22 miles from me
You need to print out a barcode from an email the FBI sends you and bring that as well as ID
Fill out instructions, Follow the procedure for the local post office you will use ( I called to confirm)
Some require appointments, some have special hours
Mine did not. Just show up during business hours.
Costs $50
I had my background pdf within an hour.
They state on the website it can take up to 15 days for online, A lot longer if you mail it
So it was easy doing it electronically
Total Cost $68