Illinois HB4539 amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act to expand the definition of "abused child" to include any person 14 years of age.
HB4539 modifies the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act by broadening the definition of "abused child" to include any person 14 years of age or older who is responsible for the child's welfare as a potential perpetrator. This includes parents, paramours, and other individuals residing in the same home as the child. The bill also allows the Department of Children and Family Services to accept reports alleging abuse or neglect by adults or agencies responsible for the child's welfare.
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