HB 5607 enhances child abuse and neglect investigations by requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to implement a direct communication system with professionals who report abuse. The department must contact the reporter before launching an investigation, update them on the findings, and allow them to request an administrative review if they disagree with the investigation's outcome. The bill also mandates the automatic closure of cases where the initial report contains a confession of abuse or neglect from the accused​.