Lawmakers are considering a bill that would prohibit the Department of Family and Protective Services from making a finding of “abuse” or “neglect” against a parent who surrenders parental rights to get a child mental health care. They say there’s an unintended consequence that punishes parents who are only trying to do what’s best for their children.

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