If a CMA, staff person, volunteer, or controlling person of the CMA knows or suspects an individual is being or has been abused, neglected, or exploited, the CMA must report or ensure that the person with knowledge or suspicion reports the allegation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation to DFPS immediately, but not later than 24 hours after having knowledge or suspicion, by:

1. (1) calling the DFPS Abuse Hotline toll-free telephone number, 1-800-252-5400; or
2. (2) using the DFPS Abuse Hotline website.

Source Note:The provisions of this §259.317 adopted to be effective January 30, 2023, 48 TexReg 362.