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Bills

SB 6423: Concerning reports alleging child abuse and neglect

Upon the receipt of a report (and with exceptions provided in previous RCW) alleging abuse or neglect has occurred, the law enforcement agency or the department must investigate and provide the protective services section with a report and where necessary to refer such report to the court.

The bill also amends current law such that a person in good faith who makes are report or testifies shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability.