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Bill to allow school districts to name CPS liaisons draws support, raises confidentiality and forensic interview concerns
Summary
House Bill 1095 would let school districts designate a child protective services liaison to coordinate with CPS on assessments and student services; school boards supported the option but CHILDREN’S advocacy representatives warned that the proposal could risk improper information sharing and untrained interviews.
House Bill 1095 would allow school districts to designate a child protective services (CPS) liaison to coordinate with CPS when the district’s students are involved in assessments or services. Amy DeCook of the North Dakota School Boards Association told the committee the measure is optional for districts and could clarify a point of contact to facilitate communication with CPS, coordinate services and support school staff.
Supporters said educators are often first to recognize signs of abuse or neglect and a designated liaison could ease coordination when legally permitted. The school boards association said language was amended in the House to add…
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