The Empowering Parents in CFSA Investigations Amendment Act of 2025 aims to enhance the rights and resources available to caretakers during investigations conducted by the Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) under the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect Act of 1977. The bill mandates that, at the initiation of an investigation, CFSA must provide written notification to caretakers about their legal resources, the availability of the Office of the Ombudsperson for Children for complaints, and their right to counsel during critical stages of neglect proceedings.

To implement these changes, the bill introduces a new section (c)(3) that requires written notification of legal resources to be included in the investigation process. Additionally, it amends Section 3(B) to specify that during interviews with caretakers, the agency must inform them of their right to counsel, available legal resources, and the Ombudsperson's role in addressing complaints. These amendments are designed to empower parents and caretakers by ensuring they are aware of their rights and the resources available to them during potentially distressing investigations.