C.R.S. § 19-3-304.3: Best practices and training for recognition of domestic abuse as child abuse or neglect - policies and procedures - rules.

(1) Repealed.

(2) On or before July 1, 2023, the state department shall promulgate rules based on recommendations from the domestic violence program and child welfare workgroup regarding the best practices and training for recognition of child abuse or neglect related to domestic abuse, including, but not limited to:

(a) Creating, implementing, and updating assessment policies and procedures for child welfare caseworkers to recognize, respond, and assess child abuse or neglect related to domestic abuse while appropriately considering the role of the non-abusive caregiver and cultural considerations;

(b) Creating, implementing, and updating training materials for mandatory reporters to recognize and report child abuse or neglect related to domestic abuse;

(c) Establishing training standards to implement updated assessment policies and procedures for child welfare caseworkers to recognize and respond to child abuse or neglect related to domestic abuse while appropriately considering the role of the non-abusive caregiver and cultural considerations; and

(d) Establishing training standards to implement updated assessment policies and procedures for child welfare caseworkers to recognize and respond to child abuse or neglect related to domestic abuse while appropriately considering the role of the abusive parent and cultural considerations.