The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument, were prepared by Brandi Cannon.
DIGEST
SB 62 Engrossed 2022 Regular Session Mizell
Present law provides, when a report alleging abuse or neglect is determined to be justified by the
Dept. of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the individual who is the subject of the
determination may make a formal written request to the division of administrative law for an
administrative appeal of the justified determination, in accordance with the procedures promulgated
by DCFS.
Proposed law retains present law and provides that DCFS shall provide a written notice to the
individual in clear, concise, and understandable language that is easy to read, containing all of the
following:
(1)An explanation of the determination, including the consequences of the determination.
(2)The individual's right to an administrative appeal and the specific procedure for requesting
an appeal, including the deadline.
(3)The name and contact information of a DCFS representative the individual may contact for
additional information.
Effective August 1, 2022.
(Amends Ch. C. Art. 616.1.1)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Health and Welfare to the
original bill
1. Deletes the requirement that the notice shall be sent by certified mail.
2. Makes technical changes.