House of Representatives

HB 2557

limitation of authority

Sponsors: Rep. Johnson, Laughter, Cooley, et al.

X	Committee on Human Services
	Caucus and COW
	As Passed the House

HB 2557 stipulates that the refusal of a parent or guardian to put a child on psychiatric medication, or that questioning the use of such medication is not considered abuse or neglect, and is not grounds for action pursuant to statute by Child Protective Services, a peace officer or a court.

History

Current statute states that action may be taken by a CPS officer or peace officer if the child is either suffering or will imminently suffer abuse or neglect, or if the child is suffering physical or emotional damage that can only be diagnosed by a medical doctor or psychologist.

Provisions

· Clarifies that the refusal of a parent or guardian to put a child on psychiatric medication, or that questioning the use of psychiatric medication, does not constitute child abuse or neglect, and stipulates that refusal or questioning is not grounds for action pursuant to statute by CPS, a peace officer or a court.

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· 45th Legislature

· First Regular Session 2 February 12, 2001

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