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Introduced House Bill (H)

DIGEST

Disclosure of child abuse and neglect reports. Provides that an individual who makes a legally required report of suspected child abuse or neglect may bring a civil action against the department of child services if the department discloses the individual's report in a manner not authorized by law. Provides that the individual may recover: (1) actual damages resulting from the disclosure; and (2) reasonable attorney's fees, litigation expenses, and costs. Disclosure of child abuse and neglect reports. Provides that an individual who makes a legally required report of suspected child abuse or neglect may bring a civil action against the department of child services if the department discloses the individual's report in a manner not authorized by law. Provides that the individual may recover: (1) actual damages resulting from the disclosure; and (2) reasonable attorney's fees, litigation expenses, and costs.