SB540Introduced in the Senate
Relating to audio recording during CPS investigation
Introduced by Vince Deeds, District 10
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to require local child protective workers to use body worn camera while conducting abuse and neglect investigations.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.
Where it stands
To House Judiciary
March 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passed Senate (Roll No. 327) · March 4, 2026
33
Yes
0
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton Barnhart | 9 | Yes |
| Ryan Weld | 1 | Yes |
| Laura Wakim Chapman | 1 | Yes |
| Charles Clements | 2 | Yes |
| Chris Rose | 2 | Yes |
| Mike Azinger | 3 | Yes |
| Eric Tarr | 4 | Yes |
| Amy Nichole Grady | 4 | Yes |
| Mike Woelfel | 5 | Yes |
| Scott Fuller | 5 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary then Finance
Introduced in Senate
To Judiciary
Committee substitute reported, but first to Finance
To Finance
Reported do pass
Immediate consideration
Read 1st time
On 2nd reading
Read 2nd time
On 3rd reading
Read 3rd time
Passed Senate (Roll No. 327)
Ordered to House
House received Senate message
Introduced in House
To Judiciary
To House Judiciary
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