Torts; creating the Good Faith Reporting for Child Protection Act; immunity from civil liability for volunteers, charitable organizations, and not-for-profit corporations; sexually inappropriate conduct with a minor; disclosure; self-reporting; effective date.

Summary

The Good Faith Reporting for Child Protection Act gives volunteers, charitable groups and not‑for‑profit corporations immunity from civil liability when they disclose or self‑report allegations of sexually inappropriate conduct with a minor, provided the reporting is done in good faith. It aims to encourage timely reporting of abuse without fear of lawsuits. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026.

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