Michigan SB0626 modifies the central registry for child abuse and neglect cases, including procedures for reporting, investigating, and handling.

Michigan SB0626 amends the child abuse and neglect laws to modify the central registry, which tracks individuals identified as perpetrators of child abuse or neglect. The bill mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) maintain a statewide electronic case management system for these cases. It outlines procedures for reporting suspected abuse or neglect, including the requirement for law enforcement and DHHS to cooperate in investigations. The bill also details the process for investigating reports, including notifying parents or guardians and cooperating with schools.

Michigan SB0626 modifies the central registry for child abuse and neglect cases, including procedures for reporting, investigating, and handling.

Michigan SB0626 amends the child abuse and neglect laws to modify the central registry, which tracks individuals identified as perpetrators of child abuse or neglect. The bill mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) maintain a statewide electronic case management system for these cases. It outlines procedures for reporting suspected abuse or neglect, including the requirement for law enforcement and DHHS to cooperate in investigations. The bill also details the process for investigating reports, including notifying parents or guardians and cooperating with schools.