This bill amends the definition of "aggravated circumstances" in child protective proceedings in Hawaii.

This bill amends the definition of "aggravated circumstances" in child protective proceedings in Hawaii to include specific actions by parents, such as murder, felony assault, torture, sexual abuse, and failure to release medical information. It also mandates certain court actions, including setting review and permanency hearings, ordering medical examinations and treatment, and determining whether parental rights should be terminated if the child's welfare is at risk.

This bill amends the definition of "aggravated circumstances" in child protective proceedings in Hawaii.

This bill amends the definition of "aggravated circumstances" in child protective proceedings in Hawaii to include specific actions by parents, such as murder, felony assault, torture, sexual abuse, and failure to release medical information. It also mandates certain court actions, including setting review and permanency hearings, ordering medical examinations and treatment, and determining whether parental rights should be terminated if the child's welfare is at risk.