Grants for Mandatory Recording of All Child Protective Services Interviews.
This bill establishes a federal grant program to encourage states to mandate the recording of all interviews conducted by Child Protective Services (CPS) regarding abuse or neglect allegations. The goal is to increase accuracy and accountability in investigations by documenting all conversations with children and adults involved. These recordings must be securely stored for at least five years, and their release is strictly limited to protect privacy and investigative integrity.
Key points
Requires states seeking grants to mandate the recording (audio or video) of all child welfare forensic interviews concerning abuse or neglect.
Recordings must be securely retained for a minimum of 5 years; access is limited strictly to investigators, and caregivers/guardians cannot receive copies.
States implementing this recording requirement can apply for federal funds to cover the costs of recording and secure data storage.
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