SB145

Requiring immediate notification of a report of abuse or neglect to a law enforcement agency and providing for law enforcement agencies to request resources from the secretary for children and families.

Introduced·2/3/25
Introduced Text

Kansas SB145 mandates immediate notification to law enforcement agencies of reports of child abuse or neglect and allows law enforcement to request.

Kansas SB145 amends the state's approach to handling reports of child abuse or neglect. It requires the secretary for children and families to immediately notify law enforcement agencies of any such reports. The bill also allows law enforcement agencies to request resources from the secretary for children and families to facilitate investigations. Joint investigations are mandated when a report indicates serious physical harm, deterioration, or sexual abuse of a child.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Health and Welfare Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 12, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Public Health and Welfare Hearing

Feb 12, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Public Health and Welfare Hearing

History

Feb 12, 2025

Senate

Senate Hearing: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 8:30 AM Room Due to inclement weather anticipated, the committee meeting for Feb. 12, 2025 will be via the YouTube Channel."

Feb 12, 2025

Senate

Senate Hearing: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 8:30 AM Room 142-S

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare