This bill proposes the addition of a new subsection to section 50-25.1-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, which mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to assess the military status of individuals involved in child abuse or neglect allegations. The department is required to make this determination within a reasonable timeframe if the child in question is the subject of such allegations.

Furthermore, if the department identifies that the allegation pertains to a military-affiliated individual, it is obligated to inform the nearest military installation's family advocacy program about the allegation and the ongoing investigation. This measure aims to ensure that military families receive appropriate support and resources during child abuse and neglect investigations.