Honorable Carlos Uresti, Chair, House Committee on Government Reform
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB802 by Uresti (Relating to the investigation of certain reports of child abuse and neglect.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
This bill would require a Department of Family and Protective Services (FPS) caseworker who responds to allegations of abuse and/or neglect to request that the family assist in completion of the paperwork that includes information regarding the social history and demographic information as it relates to the family. FPS anticipates minimal costs associated with the development and supply these forms estimates such activities could reasonably be absorbed within the current/recommended agency funding levels.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.