Texas HB1841 amends child abuse reporting requirements and penalties.

Texas HB1841 amends the Texas Family Code to revise child abuse reporting requirements and penalties. It mandates that professionals report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours. It allows professionals to refer families to community-based prevention services instead of reporting if they believe the child is not at risk. It requires the Department of Family and Protective Services to study the implementation of these referral provisions. It also requires professionals to receive training on reporting requirements.

Texas HB1841 amends child abuse reporting requirements and penalties.

Texas HB1841 amends the Texas Family Code to revise child abuse reporting requirements and penalties. It mandates that professionals report suspected child abuse or neglect within 48 hours. It allows professionals to refer families to community-based prevention services instead of reporting if they believe the child is not at risk. It requires the Department of Family and Protective Services to study the implementation of these referral provisions. It also requires professionals to receive training on reporting requirements.