SB 1174
DCS; intake hotline; case history
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 1174 aims to improve the Department of Child Safety’s (DCS) response to reports of child abuse and neglect. It establishes a centralized intake hotline that will record all reports, quickly access and review prior case histories, and prioritize investigations based on risk. The bill also mandates the use of standardized assessment tools and requires comprehensive information to be included in DCS reports, ensuring a more complete picture of the child’s situation and family history.
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