Requires callers reporting suspected child abuse to provide their name and contact information; prohibits the release of such information.

New York Assembly Bill A00066 mandates that callers reporting suspected child abuse or maltreatment to the central register must provide their name and contact information. The bill prohibits the Office of Children and Family Services from releasing the identity of the person who made the report, except under specific circumstances. If a caller declines to provide their name and contact information, they will be connected with a supervisor. The bill also outlines procedures for handling reports involving multiple allegations or prior reports.

Requires callers reporting suspected child abuse to provide their name and contact information; prohibits the release of such information.

New York Assembly Bill A00066 mandates that callers reporting suspected child abuse or maltreatment to the central register must provide their name and contact information. The bill prohibits the Office of Children and Family Services from releasing the identity of the person who made the report, except under specific circumstances. If a caller declines to provide their name and contact information, they will be connected with a supervisor. The bill also outlines procedures for handling reports involving multiple allegations or prior reports.