Children: protection; availability of confidential records; modify. Amends sec. 7 of 1975 PA 238 (MCL 722.627).
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Overview
This bill modifies the rules about who can access confidential records related to child protection cases in Michigan. It expands the list of individuals and organizations authorized to receive these records, including law enforcement, physicians, court officials, research organizations, and certain legislative and regulatory bodies. The bill also clarifies some restrictions on releasing information, such as prohibiting the release of ongoing police investigations and outlining limitations for citizen review panels.
Key provisions
- Expands the list of entities authorized to access confidential child protection records.
- Includes specific groups like legislators, media, and tribal representatives.
- Clarifies restrictions on releasing information related to ongoing police investigations.
- Outlines limitations for citizen review panels regarding disclosure of identifying information.
- Allows for sharing of information between the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for child welfare administration.
- Specifies that a child caring institution can access records to determine suitability of applicants or employees.
- Defines terms related to tribal child welfare for use in certain provisions.
- Allows a federal or state governmental agency to conduct audits of the department's activities.
Who is affected
- Child Protective Agencies
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