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Bill would require publication of child near‑fatality reviews, advocates say it will improve accountability
Summary
Senate Bill 59‑77 would require DCYF to publish near‑fatality review reports within 180 days, with redactions for confidential information; sponsors and advocates argued transparency aids prevention, while witnesses urged broader definitions to capture fentanyl overdoses.
Senate Bill 59‑77 would require the Department of Children, Youth and Families to publish reports from child near‑fatality reviews on the department website and distribute them to the legislature within 180 days of the conclusion of the review, with confidential information redacted.
Committee counsel Luke Wickham said DCYF already conducts child fatality reviews and discretionary near‑fatality reviews; SB 59‑77 does not change…
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