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AR HB1711
Bill
Status
4/12/2019
Primary Sponsor
LeAnne Burch
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 9-8-204(a)(7) to clarify that "necessary degree of relationship" for guardianship subsidy eligibility is satisfied by either a relative or fictive kin as defined in § 9-28-108.
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Restructures Arkansas Code § 9-8-204(a)(8) to establish two alternative pathways for child eligibility: the child is eligible for Title IV-E foster care maintenance payments, OR the department determines adequate funding is available for the guardianship subsidy for a non-Title IV-E eligible child.
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Expands guardianship subsidy eligibility to include fictive kin relationships, broadening the pool of potential guardians beyond biological relatives.
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Approved April 12, 2019 by Governor.
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning Guardianship Subsidies Offered By The Department Of Human Services.
Last Action
Notification that HB1711 is now Act 968
4/12/2019