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AB 2304: Social workers.
What AB 2304 does, verified September 6, 2026
<blockquote> <p>This bill clarifies that social workers employed by a county child welfare department are not considered officers under existing laws regarding the theft or alteration of official records. It also mandates that in emergency situations where immediate medical care is needed for minors who may be adjudged dependents of the court, social workers must secure such care without waiting for a court order.</p> <p>The bill imposes additional duties on social workers and requires state reimbursement to local agencies if these new responsibilities incur costs.</p> </blockquote>
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. (2026-09-04)Alert me
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| Sep. 04, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. |
| Aug. 27, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 76. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 26, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |
| Aug. 25, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |