In this assignment, you are to examine differences between your state’s mandated

In this assignment, you are to examine differences between your state’s mandated reporting laws and another state’s mandated reporting laws. You are to refer to the Child Welfare Information Gateway: Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect website. Click on the “State Statutes Search” to prepare for the assignment.
Please respond to the following:
Use at least two paragraphs and define mandated reporting laws in your state (New York) including the following elements: definition of child abuse and neglect, mandatory reporters of child abuse and neglect, penalties for failure to report child abuse and neglect, and immunity for reporters of child abuse and neglect.
Use at least two paragraphs to define mandated reporting laws in another state of your choosing including the following elements: definition of child abuse and neglect, mandatory reporters of child abuse and neglect, penalties for failure to report child abuse and neglect, and immunity for reporters of child abuse and neglect.
Compare and contrast your state’s mandated reporting requirements with the other state using at least 3 paragraphs. How are the 2 state laws similar? How are the state laws different? Why is it important to be aware of differences in mandated reporting laws?