Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 33, § 4922 (2026)

Subchapter 002 : REPORTING ABUSE OF CHILDREN

• § 4922. Rulemaking

  (a) On or before April 1, 2026, the Commissioner shall file proposed rules pursuant to 3 V.S.A. chapter 25 implementing the provisions of this subchapter to become effective on September 1, 2026. These shall include:

  (1) rules setting forth criteria for determining whether to conduct an assessment or an investigation;

  (2) rules setting out procedures for assessment and service delivery;

  (3) rules outlining procedures for investigations;

  (4) rules for conducting the administrative review conference;

  (5) rules regarding access to and maintenance of Department records of investigations, assessments, reviews, and responses;

  (6) rules regarding the tiered Registry as required by section 4916 of this title;

  (7) rules requiring notice and appeal procedures for alternatives to substantiation; and

  (8) rules implementing subsections 4916(c) and (e) of this title.

  (b) The rules shall strike an appropriate balance between protecting children and respecting the rights of a parent or guardian, including a parent or guardian with disabilities, and shall recognize that persons with a disability can be successful parents. The rules shall include the possible use of adaptive equipment and supports. (Added 2007, No. 168 (Adj. Sess.), § 18; amended 2023, No. 154 (Adj. Sess.), § 10, eff. September 1, 2024; 2025, No. 27, § E.317, eff. July 1, 2025.)