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MO SB48

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/9/2013

Primary Sponsor

John Lamping

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 453.005, RSMo, to establish rules for adoption proceedings in Missouri
  • Requires the children's division and all persons involved in adoptive placement to diligently recruit potential adoptive homes reflecting the ethnic and racial diversity of children needing placement
  • Prohibits race, ethnicity, color, or national origin from being considered when determining the child's best interests, assessing prospective adoptive parents, or evaluating their home
  • Requires compliance with 25 U.S.C. Section 1915 placement requirements for Native American children in protective custody
  • Prohibits delaying or denying placement of a child in an adoptive home based on race, color, or national origin

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions relating to the prohibition of racial considerations in adoption proceedings

Last Action

S Informal Calendar S Bills for Perfection--SB 48-Lamping

5/17/2013

Committee Referrals

Seniors, Families and Pensions1/10/2013

Full Bill Text

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