The bill, known as Cassidy's Law, aims to enhance information sharing related to child welfare by amending sections 307.626 and 3701.045 of the Revised Code and enacting new sections 2151.4212, 2151.4214, and 2151.4216. Key amendments include the requirement for child fatality review boards to submit annual reports to the Department of Health that not only summarize child deaths but also include recommendations to address systemic inadequacies contributing to these deaths. Additionally, the Department of Health is mandated to make these reports publicly available online, organized by county and region. The bill also establishes guidelines for the collaboration between public children services agencies and law enforcement to share reports on incidents involving domestic disputes, which can help in assessing the safety of children involved.

Furthermore, the new sections introduced by the bill define terms related to children with disabilities or special needs and require courts to consider professional feedback before making decisions on the permanent placement or reunification of such children. The bill also mandates the development of a public awareness campaign to educate citizens about recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Overall, Cassidy's Law seeks to improve child welfare through better data collection, inter-agency collaboration, and public education.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 307.626, 3701.045