RÉSUMÉ DIGEST
ACT 535 (SB 62) 2022 Regular Session Mizell
Existing 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.
New law 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)