Child fatality information.
Summary
Provides that the department of child services (department) shall disclose to the public certain information regarding child fatalities or near fatalities. Provides that, upon request, the department shall provide additional information regarding cases of child fatalities or near fatalities after consulting with the county attorney about the potential for specific, material harm to a criminal investigation or prosecution. Allows a person to bring a cause of action to seek judicial review of the department's decision not to disclose additional information. Makes technical and conforming changes.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 10, 2023
Last action Jan 12, 2023
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ryan Lauer
RRepublican
Co
Carolyn Jackson
DDemocratic
Co
Donna Schaibley
RRepublican
Co
Julie Olthoff
RRepublican
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