Issue Position: Protecting Children

Issue Position

Issue Position: Protecting Children

As a state representative, David authored important legislation to protect children from abuse and neglect:

--The creation of a statewide child fatality review committee to investigate unexpected child deaths and find ways to prevent serious injuries in the future;

--When a child dies from abuse, the opening to public scrutiny of official records to ensure that problems are not swept under the rug;

--If an adult sexually abuses one child in the home, other children will be presumed at risk so appropriate safeguards can be implemented immediately; and

--When children die unexpectedly, an autopsy will be performed by a pathologist skilled in pediatric forensics so the cause of death will be determined and steps can be taken to bring perpetrators to justice and prevent future intentional or accidential injuries.

David also has voted for legislation to ensure that children are immunized from serious communicable diseases and are safe when being driven in automobiles.

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