HB5248Introduced in the House
CRIM CD-ENDANGERING CHILD
Introduced by Harry Benton, District 97
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits endangering the life or health of a child when he or she knowingly leaves an immature child under 18 years unattended. Establishes factors the trier of fact may infer relating to the maturity level of the child. Deletes that the child is unattended if not accompanied by a person 14 years of age or older or out of sight of that person. Replaces with the accompanying of the child by a mature person.
Where it stands
Referred to Rules Committee
February 10, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Harry Benton
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
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