kinship foster care stipend; increase

Summary

The bill amends the state’s kinship foster‑care statute to provide monthly cash payments to relatives caring for children removed from their homes. Stipends start at $400 per child in 2026 and increase to $600 by 2029, with additional financial and non‑financial supports. It aims to make kinship placements more affordable and stable for families.

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