New York S05544 amends the social services law to require reporting of suspected child abuse when animal cruelty is also suspected.

New York S05544 amends the social services law to mandate that any person enforcing laws against animal cruelty must report suspected child abuse if they also suspect animal cruelty. Additionally, individuals required to report child abuse or maltreatment must also report suspected animal cruelty. Reports must be made immediately by telephone or fax, followed by a written report within 48 hours. The bill ensures immunity from liability for those reporting in good faith.

New York S05544 amends the social services law to require reporting of suspected child abuse when animal cruelty is also suspected.

New York S05544 amends the social services law to mandate that any person enforcing laws against animal cruelty must report suspected child abuse if they also suspect animal cruelty. Additionally, individuals required to report child abuse or maltreatment must also report suspected animal cruelty. Reports must be made immediately by telephone or fax, followed by a written report within 48 hours. The bill ensures immunity from liability for those reporting in good faith.