Relates to certain calls received by child protective services

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kwani O'Pharrow

A 3481 would modify how certain calls to child protective services are handled, potentially changing intake, triage, and follow-up procedures.

REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Summary: Bill A 3481 – Relates to certain calls received by child protective services

What this bill is about

A 3481 is a New York Assembly bill introduced on January 28, 2025 with the title “Relates to certain calls received by child protective services.” The available information does not include the full text of the provisions, so the specific changes proposed are not described here. The bill’s title indicates it would make changes related to calls received by child protective services (CPS).

Key information about the bill

Sponsor (primary): Kwani O’Pharrow

Introduced: January 28, 2025

Status: Referred to the Committee on Children and Families (listed twice in the actions)

Actions to date:

2025-01-28: REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
2025-01-28: REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (duplicate entry in the record)

Related legislation

A 7738 (prior-session) – a related Assembly bill

S 201 (companion) – Senate companion bill (listed twice as well)

The existence of companion and prior-session bills suggests ongoing interest in this topic across chambers.

What the bill would change (as indicated by the title)

The title suggests the bill would modify how certain calls to child protective services are handled. Without the full text, specific provisions cannot be confirmed. Potential areas such bills typically address include:

Criteria for which calls CPS must or must not respond to
Triage or prioritization of calls
Procedures for intake, evaluation, and follow-up
Confidentiality and reporting requirements
Coordination with law enforcement or other child welfare agencies
Training or eligibility criteria for reporters or CPS staff
Funding or resource allocations for CPS operations

Note: The above possible areas are speculative given only the bill’s title. The exact statutory changes would appear in the bill’s enacted text.

Who would be affected

Primary audience: Child protective services agencies and staff responsible for intake and assessment.

Mandated reporters and professionals who interact with CPS may see changes in reporting thresholds, triage, or follow-up procedures.

Families and children involved in CPS investigations could experience changes in how calls are processed or prioritized.

State and local government agencies administering child welfare services and related funding.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Current stage: Referred to the Committee on Children and Families. This is an early stage in the legislative process; the bill would need to pass committee and, subsequently, the full Assembly and Senate, and be signed by the Governor (or overcome a veto) to become law.

Next steps: The bill would undergo committee review, potential amendments, floor votes, and alignment with companion bills in the Senate. For the most accurate and updated details, readers should consult the bill’s text and status on the official New York State Assembly and Senate websites.

Where to read the full text

To understand the exact provisions, consult the official bill text for A 3481 and the related S 201 companion in the New York State Legislature’s website or your preferred legislative tracking service.

If you’d like, I can monitor updates on this bill and provide a follow-up summary with the specific provisions once the full text becomes available.