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IN SCR0021
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Indiana General Assembly adopted legislation in 2017 and 2018 allowing Safe Haven Baby Boxes to be installed at staffed fire stations and hospitals throughout the state.
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Five babies have been safely relinquished in the boxes since installation, and over 5,000 mothers in crisis have been connected to services through the affiliated hotline.
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21 Safe Haven Baby Boxes are currently installed across Indiana cities and towns, with more being added each year.
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Resolution encourages further education about the availability and use of Safe Haven Baby Boxes to promote safe surrender of newborns in accordance with Indiana law.
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Secretary of the Senate is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Monica Kelsey, Founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Inc.
Legislative Description
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION encouraging education and the use of Safe Haven Baby Boxes in Indiana.
Last Action
Returned to the Senate
1/30/2020