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Free Enterprise
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Digest
HB 1602 increases the penalties for making false reports of child abuse or neglect if such reports are motivated by bias or prejudice. It makes the offense a third-degree felony in these cases. The enhanced penalties would apply only to offenses committed after the bill's effective date, September 1, 2025.
Author (1)
Contact the Author
Rep. Jon Rosenthal
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0722
Capitol Office:
EXT E2.308
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