SB688 Summary

• Amends Oklahoma law requiring the Department of Human Services to develop an electronic form and dedicated email address for reporting suspected child abuse and neglect by professionals such as teachers and therapists

• Department must either initiate an assessment/investigation based on submitted information or add details to existing case files if no further action is needed

• Applies to persons with knowledge of child abuse/neglect whose duties involve children identified in the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System

• Directs the Department of Human Services to promulgate rules implementing these electronic reporting provisions

• Effective date: November 1, 2013