HB 2018
DCS; reporting; financial incentives; prohibition
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Bill overview
This bill restricts the Department of Child Safety (DCS) from offering financial incentives to healthcare institutions for reporting suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. It prohibits payments to healthcare providers or their employees in exchange for these reports. The goal is to ensure that reporting decisions are based solely on the potential for child safety, not on financial rewards. This legislation aims to maintain the integrity of the reporting process.
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Primary sponsor
Rachel Keshel
Cosponsor
Lisa Fink
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