Texas HB1097 mandates certain professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours.

Texas HB1097 amends the Family Code to require specific professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours. These professionals include those licensed or certified by the state, employees of state-licensed facilities, and members of governing bodies of certain organizations. They must report if they have reasonable cause to believe a child has been abused or neglected, or is a victim of a specified offense. The bill also prohibits these professionals from delegating the reporting responsibility to others. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1097 mandates certain professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours.

Texas HB1097 amends the Family Code to require specific professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours. These professionals include those licensed or certified by the state, employees of state-licensed facilities, and members of governing bodies of certain organizations. They must report if they have reasonable cause to believe a child has been abused or neglected, or is a victim of a specified offense. The bill also prohibits these professionals from delegating the reporting responsibility to others. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025.