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HB 2579 In Committee

RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.

Introduced
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Requires the Department of Human Services to record any child welfare interview conducted by the Department when administering certain child welfare services. Requires the Department to store the recordings for a minimum of five years and under certain conditions. Prohibits the sharing of the recordings unless certain conditions are met. Establishes criminal penalties for violating prohibitions against sharing of the recordings.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 28, 2026
Last action
Jan 28, 2026 — Introduced and Pass First Reading.
Session
2026
Momentum
45 · Moderate