The final report from the Mandatory Reporting Task Force has been published and is available for download. See Report
Public Policy

Mandatory Reporting Task Force Final Report

The Task Force has identified its priorities for addressing each of the 19 directives provided in law, while also working to tackle the systemic issues identified.

Housed in the Office of the Colorado Child Protection Ombudsman (CPO), the Mandatory Reporting Task Force was created by the Colorado General Assembly with the passage of House Bill 22-1240.

The task force analyzed the effectiveness of and issues with the law requiring individuals from specific professions to report suspected child abuse to authorities, including:

  • Effectiveness of mandatory reporting laws in keeping children safe 
  • Disproportionate impacts of mandatory reporting on under-resourced communities, communities of color and persons with disabilities 
  • Alternative processes and services for families who do not present child safety concerns but may benefit from other supports 
  • Sufficiency of training and infrastructure to support mandated reporters in fulfilling their legal duties 
  • Areas of the current law that require clarification regarding the role and duties of mandated reporters 

Meeting over two years, the task force reviewed national best practices and consulted with numerous experts, researchers and people with lived experience. In January 2025, a final report of findings and recommendations was submitted to the General Assembly, Governor’s Office and Colorado Department of Human Services. 

Task Force Materials

The work of the Mandatory Reporting Task Force and its recommendations are featured below.

Materials to Approve
Meeting Materials
Recording
Agenda, Meeting Minutes, and Recaps
Draft recommendations
Recording