B 26-0412 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Child Abuse Investigation Multidisciplinary Team Certification Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends the District of Columbia's child abuse prevention law to define "CAC" (Children's Advocacy Center) as an accredited center under a District agreement and requires Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs) investigating child abuse to coordinate through an accredited CAC when available. It mandates that the CAC provide the Council with annual documentation proving its accreditation by a national body. The bill specifies that the absence of an accredited CAC cannot delay or halt an investigation. These changes ensure accredited centers are prioritized in child abuse cases while maintaining timely investigative processes.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Oct 2025
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Introduced Oct 6, 2025 Last action Jan 27, 2026
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Jan 27, 2026
Legislature · Passed
Committee Mark-up of B26-0412 by the Youth Affairs Committee - Not Considered
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Oct 7, 2025
Committee
Referred to Committee on Youth Affairs
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Oct 6, 2025
Introduced
B26-0412 Introduced by Councilmember Parker at Office of the Secretary
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Zachary Parker
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Ward 5