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CA AB2023

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/23/2012

Primary Sponsor

Dave Jones

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Origin

State Assembly

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 16001.9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code to clarify rights of children in foster care.

  • Adds exception to the right against being locked in a room or facility: the restriction does not apply to privately funded residential facilities that treat individuals under 18 years of age for substance or alcohol abuse.

  • Removes previous provisions from Section 11999 of the Health and Safety Code related to drug and alcohol program messaging and legislative intent regarding unlawful drug and alcohol use.

Legislative Description

Foster care placement: rights of children.

Last Action

From committee without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).

7/2/2012

Committee Referrals

Human Services3/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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