SB3223 Summary

• Amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act to require the Department of Children and Family Services to request medical examination reports, prior medical records, and police reports concerning a child and siblings during investigations.

• Requires medical providers and law enforcement to provide requested medical records and police reports within 3 business days of a written request from the Department.

• Applies to information gathered during both family assessments and formal investigations of alleged child abuse or neglect.

• Maintains confidentiality protections and does not override reporter identity protections under the Act.