MS SB2915

Clarifies that both parents must execute a temporary power of attorney for parental custody delegation unless one parent's rights have been terminated, or requires the custodial parent to submit an affidavit if the noncustodial parent is absent, unknown, or unavailable.

Requires the reason for custody transfer to be stated in the power of attorney form.

Mandates that a facilitating agency provide an affidavit of statutory compliance certifying that criminal history and child abuse/neglect background checks have been properly conducted on the proposed attorney-in-fact.

Establishes a new statutory form for revocation of parental power of attorney, which must be filed with the youth court where the original power of attorney was filed without a filing fee.

Requires powers of attorney to be filed informally in youth court and reviewed administratively by the youth court judge or designee one year after execution to ensure child safety.