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Introduced
02/02/2021
02/02/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CHILDREN; ALLOWING PERSONS TO LEAVE INFANTS IN SAFETY DEVICES FOR THE SURRENDER OF INFANTS, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, WITHOUT CRIMINAL PROSECUTION FOR ABANDONMENT OR ABUSE OF A CHILD; ALLOWING THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF SAFETY DEVICES FOR THE SURRENDER OF INFANTS; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MONITORING AND INSPECTION OF THOSE DEVICES; PROVIDING LIMITED IMMUNITY FOR OPERATORS OF THOSE DEVICES; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO ISSUE RULES TO IMPLEMENT THE PROVISIONS OF THE SAFE HAVEN FOR INFANTS ACT.
AI Summary
This bill allows persons to leave infants in "surrender safety devices" at safe haven sites, such as hospitals, fire stations, and law enforcement agencies, without facing criminal prosecution for abandonment or abuse of a child. The bill defines the requirements for these surrender safety devices, including that they must be located at and attached to a safe haven site, be continuously monitored and inspected, and have clear instructions and warnings. The bill also grants immunity from liability to the operators of these devices and requires the Children, Youth and Families Department to issue rules to implement the provisions of the Safe Haven for Infants Act.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Health and Human Services Committee (09:00 2/20/2021 Room Zoom) (on 02/20/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=18&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0018.pdf |
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