AZ HB4004

Requires the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) to investigate abuse or neglect reports even when one parent is identified as a "protective parent" capable of safeguarding the child

Authorizes DCS to develop safety plans, provide support services, and recommend temporary modifications to parenting time or custody orders when credible risk of harm exists

Prohibits DCS from declining investigations solely because one parent could protect the child if the alleged abuser has court-ordered parenting time or the protective parent lacks resources to ensure safety

Mandates DCS conduct full investigations of the alleged abuser's household and participate in judicial proceedings to ensure protective orders are implemented, even when parents live separately

Requires DCS to publish an annual report on its website detailing cases where the department declined to intervene, the reasons for declining, and any subsequent abuse or neglect findings