| SB 0571 | Includes Christian Science practitioners within the definition of Minister for mandated reports of child abuse |
| Sponsor: | Loudon | |||
| LR Number: | 1741S.01P | Fiscal Note: | 1741-01 | |
| Committee: | Aging, Families, Mental & Public Health | |||
| Last Action: | 04/14/03 - Voted Do Pass H Children & Families Committee | Journal page: | ||
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| Effective Date: | August 28, 2003 | |||
SB 571 - This act removes Christian Science practitioners as mandated reporters for child abuse and neglect in Chapter 210, RSMo, on child protection.
Christian Science practitioners are included within the definition of "minister" for mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect in Chapter 352, RSMo, under religious and charitable associations.
This act is identical to HB 445 (2003).
LORIE TOWE