SB1579Introduced in the Senate
Relating to false reports of child abuse; prescribing an effective date.
Introduced by Kim Thatcher, District 11
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The Act increases the penalty for making a false report of child abuse. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.4). Modifies the offense of making a false report of child abuse. Punishes a first offense by a maximum of six months' imprisonment, $2,500 fine, or both. Punishes a second offense by a maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both. Punishes a third or subsequent offense by a maximum of five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Where it stands
In committee upon adjournment.
March 6, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Third Reading · February 20, 2026
26
Yes
1
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
30 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| David Smith | 1 | Yes |
| Noah Robinson | 2 | Yes |
| Jeffrey Golden | 3 | Yes |
| Floyd Prozanski | 4 | Yes |
| Richard Anderson | 5 | Yes |
| Cedric Hayden | 6 | Yes |
| James Manning | 7 | Yes |
| Sara Gelser Blouin | 8 | No |
| Fred Girod | 9 | Yes |
| Deb Patterson | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
Referred to Judiciary.
Public Hearing held.
Work Session held.
Recommendation: Do pass.
Second reading.
Third reading. Carried by Thatcher. Passed. Ayes, 26; Nays, 1--Gelser Blouin; Excused, 3--Drazan, Linthicum, Sollman.
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
Referred to Rules.
In committee upon adjournment.
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- Staff Summary (supplement)
- Introduced (text)
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