Introduced
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To require the Family Independence Agency to make public information on the death of a child who is under the protection of the state (such as a foster child), except for certain police records and the identities of those who may have reported the abuse.
Referred to the Committee on Families and Childrens Services
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Substitute offered
To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.
The substitute passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 110 to 0 (details)
To require the Family Independence Agency to release to the public information on the agency's actions in response to a complaint of child abuse or neglect surrounding the death of a child under the protection of the state, such as a foster child. The agency would be required to release more comprehensive information about abuse cases to a foster care review board, as well as to law enforcement agencies, a physician, a court, a grand jury, the alleged perpetrator, and certain other officials specified in the law. See also House Bill 4096.
Referred to the Committee on Families and Human Services
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
Amendment offered
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To extend immunity from civil or criminal liability to a person acting in good faith who makes a report, cooperates or assists in an investigation. This would not apply to a negligent act or medical malpractice that causes personal injury or death.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)
To require the Family Independence Agency to release to the public information on the agency's actions in response to a complaint of child abuse or neglect surrounding the death of a child under the protection of the state, such as a foster child. The agency would be required to release more comprehensive information about abuse cases to a foster care review board, as well as to law enforcement agencies, a physician, a court, a grand jury, the alleged perpetrator, and certain other officials specified in the law. See also House Bill 4096.
Passed in the House 101 to 0 (details)
To concur with the Senate-passed version of the bill.
