SB256

Montana SB256 revises child abuse and neglect laws, updating confidentiality and disclosure exceptions for investigation records.

Montana SB256 amends the confidentiality and disclosure exceptions for child abuse and neglect investigation records. It updates who can access these records, including law enforcement, school officials, and certain state agencies. The bill also revises discovery procedures in abuse and neglect proceedings, allowing parents to request specific department materials. Additionally, it provides access to records in child custody proceedings and amends sections 41-3-205 and 41-3-431 of the Montana Code Annotated.