SB 1573 - Crawford, Sandy
Modifies provisions relating to certain children leaving foster care or the custody of the state
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
5635S.04I
Title
SB 1573
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2026
Committee
Current Status
Voted Do Pass S Families, Seniors and Health Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1573 - Under this act, the Children's Division shall provide a child leaving foster care with certain documents and information, including information on how to access medical records and court documents, a letter confirming the child's prior foster care status for purposes of program eligibility, and information on relevant social service programs and supports. Such information shall also be provided to a child's proposed or nominated guardian prior to the child leaving foster care or the custody of the state.
This act requires the Children's Division or the Division of Youth Services, in cases where guardianship of a child is deemed the permanency plan or is being considered by the court, to include any proposed or nominated guardian for a child leaving foster care or state custody in the development of the plan at least six months prior to the child leaving foster care or state custody. The proposed or nominated guardian shall receive a copy of the proposed plan.
SARAH HASKINS