An Act To Clarify Information Sharing Between The Department Of Health And Human Services And Schools With Respect To Investigations Of Child Abuse Or Neglect

LD 99 clarifies that Maine's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) may share information with schools when child abuse or neglect investigations find evidence (indicated or substantiated) of out-of-home abuse or neglect involving a school employee or student. School officials - including superintendents, public school administrators, and private school leaders - will be notified in these specific cases. This ensures schools receive timely information to protect students and staff without altering existing child abuse reporting requirements. The bill explicitly defines the circumstances under which DHHS must share details with school leadership.