Bill > A09202

This bill amends the social services law to require additional investigation and annual evaluation when three or more reports of child abuse or maltreatment are made about the same person, regardless of whether those previous reports were founded, unfounded, or closed. Specifically, if three or more reports are made about an individual related to child abuse or maltreatment, that person will be subject to mandatory investigation and evaluation at least once per year for the subsequent five years from the date of the last report. The bill aims to enhance child protection by ensuring more rigorous monitoring of individuals with multiple allegations of child abuse, even if previous reports did not result in substantiated findings. The law would take effect 120 days after becoming law, and state agencies are authorized to prepare implementing regulations in advance of the effective date.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9202