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MS SB2737
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands the definition of relatives eligible for kinship care payments to include adults beyond the third degree of relation, godparents, friends of the family, and others with strong familial bonds to the child.
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Authorizes the Department of Child Protection Services to make monthly payments to these expanded categories of caregivers (called "fictive kin") up to 100% of the standard foster care board payment amount.
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Allows the department to continue making kinship payments after relinquishing legal custody to the relative, provided the caregiver has completed required foster care training.
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Payments are contingent on specific legislative appropriation and the department's availability of sufficient funds.
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Takes effect July 1, 2024.
Legislative Description
Child protection services; authorize "kinship payments" to children's extended family, as needed or applicable.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/5/2024