CA AB1735

Children in foster care who speak a primary language other than English have the right to receive copies of their foster care rights in their primary language.

Court reports, case plans, and transition to independent living plans must be provided in a child's primary language when the child is entitled to receive them.

For children 12 years or older receiving a copy of their case plan, the case plan must be translated and provided in their primary language if they speak a language other than English.

No state reimbursement is required for the costs imposed by this mandate on local agencies, as the costs are considered part of the 2011 Realignment Legislation funding structure.