Hearing March 8, 1:00pm

SB143 Send your support to:

SenJud@sen.state.nv.us

Many of us grew up in times and places

when a typical day meant bike riding,
playing in the neighborhood, and even
running to the store to pick something up
for Mom.
But today, many parents fear- and many parents of color
have experienced- having themselves, and more
importantly their children, subjected to the trauma of a
child neglect investigation.
This makes them hesitant to give their children, whom
they believe to be sufficiently capable and mature,
permission to safely play.

WHAT DOES SB143 SEEK TO DO?

Amend NRS criminal and civil child neglect statutes to
declare that neglect does NOT occur when parents allow
their kids to engage in independent activities
Reduce the vagueness in the child neglect statute that
allows findings based on situations that 'may' cause
harm

WHAT CHANGES ARE ANTICIPATED?

Parents' judgements about their children's abilities receive
more respect
Less fear of letting children play outside and with other
kids — more play, more independence, more resilience in
our kids!
Very important child protectors in law enforcement and
children's protective services can focus more resources on
acute cases of child protection

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