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AB 1628

Child protection: safe surrender.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and 14 co-sponsors

AB 1628 modifies California's safe surrender law governing how parents can anonymously relinquish child custody without criminal liability.

Referred to Com. on JUD.
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Bill Summary · AB 1628

Legislative bill overview

AB 1628 proposes amendments to California's child protection laws regarding safe surrender procedures. The bill, introduced by a bipartisan group of sponsors, is currently in early legislative stages and has just been referred to print for committee consideration in late February 2026.

Why is this important

Safe surrender laws allow parents to relinquish custody of children anonymously without legal consequences, potentially preventing abandonment and harm. This legislation could expand protections for vulnerable children and families in crisis situations while balancing parental rights with child welfare concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of safe surrender: Disagreement over age limits, anonymity protections, and which facilities can receive surrendered children (hospitals, fire stations, police departments)
  • Liability and reporting: Questions about mandatory reporting requirements, parental identification for medical/genetic purposes, and institutional liability
  • Implementation costs: Concerns about funding for training, facility modifications, and administrative burden on local agencies

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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