The proposed bill would amend current statutes by introducing new requirements for Department of Child Safety (DCS) caseworkers when visiting a child at school for interviews. Specifically, it mandates that caseworkers present their DCS identification upon arrival, and schools are required to verify this identification if the caseworker is unable to provide it. The bill also allows schools to request a valid driver license or nonoperating identification license from the caseworker but prohibits them from retaining any personal identifying information of the caseworker. However, schools are permitted to keep a record of the DCS identification.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that if a caseworker cannot present the required identification, they must provide the school with contact information for their DCS office, which the school must then use to verify the caseworker's identity and employment. This update aims to enhance the security and verification process during school visits by DCS caseworkers while ensuring that personal information is protected.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-530.08, 15-160.03
Senate Engrossed Version: 8-530.08, 15-160.03
House Engrossed Version: 8-530.08, 15-160.03
Chaptered Version: 8-530.08, 15-160.03