Modifies provisions regarding use of restraint or seclusion on children in care.
Modifies definition of "abuse" for purposes of child abuse reporting and investigation. Permits Department of Human Services to disclose child abuse investigation reports and records to designated national nonprofit organization that provides assistance locating, recovering or providing services to missing children.
Modifies juvenile court procedure to include department of Human Services as party to proceedings if department has taken child or ward into protective custody.
Requires community-based structured housing facility that serves adults who are age 65 or older or who have disabilities to register with Department of Human Services. Authorizes department to adopt rules regarding facilities and to enter facilities to investigate complaints of abuse.
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
Statutes affected: A-Engrossed: 419B.875, 443.480, 443.485, 443.490, 443.500
B-Engrossed: 418.259, 418.519, 418.521, 418.528, 419B.875, 443.480, 443.485, 443.490, 443.500
Enrolled: 418.259, 418.519, 418.521, 418.528, 419B.875, 443.480, 443.485, 443.490, 443.500