CO SB140

Public school officials or employees must include in child abuse or neglect reports whether the child has an individualized education program (IEP), whenever possible.

Prior to reporting suspected child abuse or neglect (unless the child is in imminent danger), public school staff must request an immediate advisory meeting with school district or school officials to discuss the child's IEP or safety plan.

At least one person attending the advisory meeting must have a primary role in the child's education or be a special education teacher or special services provider if applicable.

Public school officials and employees are encouraged to provide the child's IEP or safety plan with any report of suspected child abuse or neglect submitted to county departments, police, or child abuse reporting hotlines.

The state board of human services is authorized to adopt rules allowing county departments to include a notation or flag in reports or inquiries identifying children who have been identified as neuroatypical.