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ME LD1108
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Abigail Griffin
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct random drug screening of parents in treatment for substance use disorder during the foster care reunification process
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Mandates unscheduled home visits with parents seeking reunification with their children in foster care
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Establishes a minimum 6-month waiting period after a child's removal before the department may petition for judicial review and return of custody to the parent
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Requires parents seeking reunification to make good faith efforts to cooperate with the department, including attending scheduled meetings
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Directs the department to schedule meetings at times that allow for parental attendance to the extent possible
Legislative Description
An Act Regarding the Reunification of Foster Children with Their Parents
Children And Families
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
5/13/2025