Montana SB463 revises laws related to reporting of child abuse and neglect, including who must report, intake procedures, and confidentiality.

Montana SB463 revises laws related to reporting of child abuse and neglect. It requires professionals and officials, including healthcare providers, teachers, and social workers, to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the Department of Public Health and Human Services or a public safety communications officer. The bill revises intake procedures for reports, including requiring an immediate assessment and investigation if there is reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect.

Montana SB463 revises laws related to reporting of child abuse and neglect, including who must report, intake procedures, and confidentiality.

Montana SB463 revises laws related to reporting of child abuse and neglect. It requires professionals and officials, including healthcare providers, teachers, and social workers, to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the Department of Public Health and Human Services or a public safety communications officer. The bill revises intake procedures for reports, including requiring an immediate assessment and investigation if there is reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect.