group homes; safety; training; rights

Summary

The bill adds a detailed list of rights for children in foster or kinship care and imposes new background‑check, training, drug‑testing and security requirements on group foster homes. It also creates planning and oversight steps for children placed in congregate care. The measures target foster youth, their families, group home staff, and the state child‑welfare department to improve safety and wellbeing.

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