Texas SB1196 amends procedures for adding names to the central child abuse or neglect registry.

Texas SB1196 amends the Family Code to establish procedures and notice requirements before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. The bill mandates that the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services must provide written notice to an individual within 10 days of determining that they have abused or neglected a child. The notice must include the purposes and scope of the registry, potential consequences of being listed, and the individual's right to challenge inclusion.

Texas SB1196 amends procedures for adding names to the central child abuse or neglect registry.

Texas SB1196 amends the Family Code to establish procedures and notice requirements before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. The bill mandates that the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services must provide written notice to an individual within 10 days of determining that they have abused or neglected a child. The notice must include the purposes and scope of the registry, potential consequences of being listed, and the individual's right to challenge inclusion.