ME LD2105

Replaces the existing list of specified mandated reporters with a broader definition: any person whose professional duties involve interacting with children or persons responsible for children must report suspected abuse or neglect

Requires reports of suspected child abuse or neglect to be made within 48 hours, and mandates that the person with first-hand information must make the report directly

Increases mandated reporter training frequency from every 4 years to every 2 years

Shifts responsibility for reporting to district attorneys from mandated reporters to the Department of Health and Human Services when abuse or neglect is caused by someone not responsible for the child

Removes criminal penalties for violations of the mandated reporter law and expands the definition of "licensed mental health professional" to include community service providers