Bill > HB63

This bill amends the Family Code to make several changes related to reports of child abuse or neglect and preliminary investigations of those reports. Key provisions include: 1) Requiring the individual making a report to provide additional information, such as their name, contact details, and the facts that led them to believe the child was abused or neglected. 2) Prohibiting the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) from accepting anonymous reports, and instead directing individuals to report abuse or neglect to local or state law enforcement. 3) Limiting DFPS employee access to the identity of the person making a report, allowing access only for those directly involved in the investigation or with a legitimate professional interest. 4) Requiring DFPS to conduct a preliminary investigation when an anonymous report is made to law enforcement and referred to DFPS. 5) Requiring DFPS to provide certain information to parents or legal guardians before taking action on a report, including the investigator's identity and a summary of the allegations.

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