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MO HB1267
Bill
Status
3/28/2012
Primary Sponsor
Charles Denison
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AI Summary
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Requires all Missouri foster children over 15 years old to visit a Missouri state university or state community/technical college in their area before adoption or termination from foster care, unless waived by the family support team, effective July 1, 2013
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College visits must include information on entry application processes, financial support applications and availability, career options with academic or technical training, campus tours, and other desired information and experiences
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Extends the same college visit requirement to youth over 15 years old in the Division of Youth Services program before their custody or training is completed, effective July 1, 2013
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College visits are provided in addition to any other services already offered to older youth in these programs
Legislative Description
Requires all children over 15 years of age who are in the foster care system or the Division of Youth Services Program to receive a visit to a state university or community or technical college in Missouri
Last Action
Second Read and Referred: Health, Mental Health, Seniors, and Families (S)
4/5/2012