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GA HR1237
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Sheila Jones
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AI Summary
- Georgia House Resolution 1237, sponsored by Representative Jones of the 60th District, formally commends the inherent rights of children in foster care
- Affirms that foster children have the right to be cherished by a family—whether their biological family with support services, an adoptive family, or a continuing foster family
- Recognizes foster children's rights to receive sensitive help understanding their family situation, continuing loving care, education, career guidance, and preparation for citizenship and parenthood
- Asserts that every foster child has the right to legal representation in administrative or judicial proceedings, with access to fair hearings and court review to safeguard their best interests
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available for distribution to the public and press
Legislative Description
Children in foster care; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
2/22/2024
Full Bill Text
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