California AB601 amends child abuse reporting laws to expand the definition of mandated reporters and enhance training requirements.

California AB601 expands the definition of mandated reporters to include additional professionals and employees who have regular contact with children. It mandates that certain employers provide training to their employees on child abuse identification and reporting. The bill also requires the State Department of Social Services to monitor disparities in the child welfare system and develop a standardized curriculum for mandated reporter training.

California AB601 amends child abuse reporting laws to expand the definition of mandated reporters and enhance training requirements.

California AB601 expands the definition of mandated reporters to include additional professionals and employees who have regular contact with children. It mandates that certain employers provide training to their employees on child abuse identification and reporting. The bill also requires the State Department of Social Services to monitor disparities in the child welfare system and develop a standardized curriculum for mandated reporter training.