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MT SB231
Bill
AI Summary
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Department of Public Health and Human Services affidavits in child abuse and neglect proceedings must include disposition information for any criminal case referenced, if available, and all information must be verified as up to date at the time of filing
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Department must obtain law enforcement reports involving any adult party named in the petition prior to filing the affidavit
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Affidavits must include all information or evidence that tends to contradict, disprove, or otherwise not support the allegation of abuse or neglect
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Amends MCA sections 41-3-422 (abuse and neglect petitions) and 41-3-437 (adjudication procedures) to incorporate these new requirements
Legislative Description
Require department of public health and human services to file attachments to affidavit in child abuse or neglect proceedings
Judges and Justices
Last Action
(S) Died in Process
5/23/2025