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Panel approves substitute for HB 1728 to broaden technology and extend window for child testimony requests
Summary
The subcommittee voted unanimously to report a substitute for HB 1728 that expands the types of secure technology courts may use to allow child testimony remotely and extends the filing window for such requests from 7 to 30 days; staff said any budget impact should be small.
The General Government and Capital Outlay Subcommittee on Jan. 20 reported a substitute for HB 1728 that expands courts’ ability to permit child testimony using securely encrypted two‑way audio and video technology and extends the period for requesting that testimony from seven days to 30 days.
Ms. Peaks explained the substitute and the bill’s effect: under current law, courts may order two‑way…
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