The bill amends Section 42-72-8 of the General Laws concerning the confidentiality of records held by the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF). It establishes that records related to children and families in need of services are confidential and can only be disclosed under specific circumstances. The bill introduces a new requirement for the DCYF director to disclose to the school nurse where a child is enrolled when that child has been placed in foster care. This ensures that educational staff are informed of the child's status. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8114: 42-72-8