The Empowering Parents in CFSA Investigations Amendment Act of 2025 seeks 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 regarding 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 the inclusion of written notifications about legal resources for caretakers during the investigation process. Additionally, it amends Section 3(B) to specify that interviews with caretakers must include information about their right to counsel, available legal resources, and the Ombudsperson's role in addressing complaints. These amendments aim to empower parents and caretakers by ensuring they are informed of their rights and available support during potentially distressing investigations.