Child Abuse and Neglect - Disclosure of Reports and Records

HB 950 expands who can access child abuse and neglect reports under Maryland law, primarily affecting schools, child care facilities, and universities. It adds specific disclosure pathways for school administrators (to address staff-related abuse), child care center operators (for employee suitability), and university officials (for campus staff/volunteer abuse reports). The bill requires that disclosures include protections for reporter identities when safety is at risk and are limited to official purposes like personnel actions or care decisions. These changes clarify existing law without creating new reporting obligations.