House Bill No. 1565 amends the Oklahoma Children's Code to enhance the reporting and investigation processes for child abuse and neglect. The bill establishes a requirement that any referral received by the Department of Human Services (DHS) alleging abuse or neglect, where the alleged perpetrator is not responsible for the child's welfare, must be immediately reported in writing to the appropriate local law enforcement agency. The hotline supervisor is tasked with ensuring that this report is made, and the DHS is required to maintain a record of these transmissions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the DHS develop a system to track calls received by the hotline, including the number of calls screened out and referrals assigned.

The bill also includes provisions for the Department to conduct thorough investigations in cases where there is a history of deprived petitions or multiple referrals involving the same family. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the DHS and law enforcement agencies, ensuring that any investigation into child abuse or neglect is comprehensive and well-documented. The effective date for the implementation of these changes is set for November 1, 2025.