Texas HB2071 amends policies for health care specialty consultations in child abuse or neglect investigations.

Texas HB2071 amends the Family Code to establish policies for health care specialty consultations in child abuse or neglect investigations. It prohibits health care practitioners involved in reporting or reviewing a case from providing forensic assessment services. The Department of Family and Protective Services must refer cases to a physician not involved in the case. The bill also mandates that the department provide parents or their attorneys with all medical records before referring a case. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2071 amends policies for health care specialty consultations in child abuse or neglect investigations.

Texas HB2071 amends the Family Code to establish policies for health care specialty consultations in child abuse or neglect investigations. It prohibits health care practitioners involved in reporting or reviewing a case from providing forensic assessment services. The Department of Family and Protective Services must refer cases to a physician not involved in the case. The bill also mandates that the department provide parents or their attorneys with all medical records before referring a case. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.