SB 236: Authorizing victims of childhood abuse or neglect to access records related to substantiated reports or investigations of abuse or neglect.
SB 236 status: In Committee — Died in Committee (updated Apr 10, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialAuthorizing victims of childhood abuse or neglect to access records related to substantiated reports or investigations of abuse or neglect.. Currently in Senate.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct effect identified.
Risks
- No direct effect identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for victims to substantiate claims for civil remedy.
Risks
- Potential administrative costs for state agencies processing record requests.
Society
Benefits
- Increases agency and closure for childhood abuse survivors
- Improves government transparency in child welfare systems
Risks
- Potential privacy risks for third parties mentioned in investigative files
- Possibility of re-traumatization upon accessing records
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