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DE SB71

Bill

Status

Passed

6/27/2023

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Hansen

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Origin

Senate

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement agencies investigating child abuse or neglect cases must report any suspected animal cruelty discovered to the Office of Animal Welfare

  • The Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families must report any suspected animal cruelty discovered during child welfare cases to the Office of Animal Welfare

  • The Department of Justice must report any suspected animal cruelty discovered during child protection system activities to the Office of Animal Welfare

  • Any person who reasonably suspects animal cruelty may voluntarily report it to the Office of Animal Welfare for investigation

  • Individuals who report suspected animal cruelty in good faith receive immunity from civil and criminal liability for making the report and participating in any resulting judicial proceedings

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Reporting Suspected Animal Cruelty.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/27/2023

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Development4/26/2023
Health & Social Services3/28/2023

Full Bill Text

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