LD1406

This bill modifies definitions in the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act to clarify and expand the scope of "abuse or neglect.

This bill amends the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act by altering the definitions of "abuse or neglect" and "jeopardy to health or welfare." It specifies that "abuse or neglect" includes serious harm or threat of harm due to inadequate care or supervision, or deprivation of essential needs like food, clothing, shelter, education, or medical care, when the person responsible for the child can afford to provide these necessities.