Department of Human Services - Benefits for Children in Custody - Alterations

Summary

The bill rewrites the Department of Human Services' duties when it serves as a representative payee or fiduciary for children in state custody who receive VA, SSI, or Social Security benefits. It obligates the department to use those benefits for defined “unmet needs” such as extra disability services, housing, education, and transportation, and to manage any remaining funds in ways that preserve eligibility. The measure also adds reporting, financial‑literacy, and transition requirements for the children.

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