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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 85(R)

Senate Bill 1063

Senate Author:  Perry et al.

Effective:  9-1-17

House Sponsor:  Klick


            Senate Bill 1063 amends the Family Code to create an exception to the authorization for an investigation of an anonymous report received by the Department of Family and Protective Services of child abuse or neglect by a person responsible for the child's care, custody, or welfare to include a visit to the child's home if the alleged abuse or neglect can be confirmed or clearly ruled out without a home visit.