Hawaii SB2481 mandates recording and secure storage of child welfare interviews and restricts their release.

Hawaii SB2481 amends the administration of child welfare services by requiring the Department of Human Services to record interviews through electronic video, body camera video, or other reasonable means. These recordings must be securely stored for at least five years with access controls and role-based permissions. The bill restricts the release of these recordings to third parties, except for investigations, prosecution of criminal offenses, or court orders. Violations of these provisions are subject to misdemeanor penalties.

Hawaii SB2481 mandates recording and secure storage of child welfare interviews and restricts their release.

Hawaii SB2481 amends the administration of child welfare services by requiring the Department of Human Services to record interviews through electronic video, body camera video, or other reasonable means. These recordings must be securely stored for at least five years with access controls and role-based permissions. The bill restricts the release of these recordings to third parties, except for investigations, prosecution of criminal offenses, or court orders. Violations of these provisions are subject to misdemeanor penalties.