Alabama HB464 revises child abuse and neglect reporting procedures, including definitions, investigative hearings, and central registry use.

Alabama HB464 amends the definitions of child abuse and neglect, requiring the Department of Human Resources to notify subjects of investigations and provide them with an investigative hearing. It prohibits unsubstantiated reports from being placed on the central registry and limits their use. The bill also mandates training for department employees, requires annual reporting to the Legislature, and outlines specific investigative procedures and rights for subjects under investigation.

Alabama HB464 revises child abuse and neglect reporting procedures, including definitions, investigative hearings, and central registry use.

Alabama HB464 amends the definitions of child abuse and neglect, requiring the Department of Human Resources to notify subjects of investigations and provide them with an investigative hearing. It prohibits unsubstantiated reports from being placed on the central registry and limits their use. The bill also mandates training for department employees, requires annual reporting to the Legislature, and outlines specific investigative procedures and rights for subjects under investigation.