HB 108 (2023)
Modify how an identity is kept secret in a report of child abuse, penalizing bad faith reports
Summary:
Allows a report of child abuse or neglect to include the name and contact information of the person making the report. This bill then makes it a misdemeanor to intentionally make false reports of child abuse and neglect. The name of a person making a report would remain confidential unless the report is "made in bad faith or maliciously and with intent to cause harm."
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Public Hearing Date:
01/17/2023 11:00 am
Public Hearing Location:
LOB Room 206-208
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