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IL HB4940

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/13/2020

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Kifowit

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Children and Family Services Act by adding Section 7.9 regarding foster care placement restrictions.
  • Prohibits removal of children from foster homes during the academic school year and placement in another foster home or placement type.
  • Allows removal during the school year only if necessary due to an emergency or to safeguard the child's health, safety, and best interests.
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Legislative Description

FOSTER KID-NEW PLACEMENT LIMIT

Last Action

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

6/23/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules6/23/2020
Adoption & Child Welfare3/3/2020
Rules2/18/2020

Full Bill Text

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