HB 1459 Introduced

Modernizing the child fatality statute.

Last action: 2026-01-12 — By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

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Official Description

Modernizing the child fatality statute.

Bill Details

Bill Number
HB 1459
Current Status
Introduced
Sponsors
Adam Bernbaum, Jake Fey, Mari Leavitt, Monica Stonier, Sharon Wylie, Lauren Davis, Julia Reed, Lisa Parshley
Introduced
2025-01-21
Chamber
House
Current Committee
Appropriations

Bill History

  • 2025-01-21 First reading, referred to Early Learning & Human Services.
  • 2025-01-28 Public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services at 1:30 PM.
  • 2025-01-31 Executive action taken in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services at 9:00 AM.
  • 2025-01-31 ELHS - Majority; do pass.
  • 2025-01-31 Minority; without recommendation.
  • 2025-02-04 Referred to Appropriations.
  • 2026-01-12 By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

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