Recognizes the paramount importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of children in this state, and that one of the largest warning signs are children who are the subject of multiple abuse and neglect referrals.

Intends to require the department of social and health services to notify the office of the family and children's ombudsman when a third or more report of abuse or neglect has been made concerning a child.

Declares that if a report of alleged abuse or neglect constitutes the third or more report received by the department involving a child, the department shall promptly notify the office of the family and children's ombudsman of the contents of the report and also provide additional notification at the time of the disposition of the report.