Arizona HB4004 mandates investigations into child abuse or neglect allegations even if one parent is protective.

Arizona HB4004 requires the Department of Child Safety to investigate credible reports of child abuse or neglect, regardless of whether one parent is protective. The department must conduct a full investigation and provide support services to the protective parent and the child. If the protective parent lacks resources or capacity to ensure safety, the department must intervene. The bill also mandates annual reporting on cases where intervention was declined, including reasons and outcomes.

Arizona HB4004 mandates investigations into child abuse or neglect allegations even if one parent is protective.

Arizona HB4004 requires the Department of Child Safety to investigate credible reports of child abuse or neglect, regardless of whether one parent is protective. The department must conduct a full investigation and provide support services to the protective parent and the child. If the protective parent lacks resources or capacity to ensure safety, the department must intervene. The bill also mandates annual reporting on cases where intervention was declined, including reasons and outcomes.