Requires DCF and DOE to establish policies and procedures relating to child abuse and neglect and child abuse prevention during certain public health emergencies.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Children and Families to create policies for detecting, investigating, and preventing child abuse during public health emergencies that involve social distancing or contact restrictions. It mandates that the department establish remote options for investigators and workers to conduct case management, while also promoting public awareness through hotlines, digital platforms, and educational materials about child safety and positive parenting. The legislation also directs the department to analyze child abuse reporting data from the COVID-19 pandemic and submit a comparative report to the Governor and Legislature within one year, including recommendations for future improvements.