Placement of child; establishing order of preference for certain placement. Effective date.

Summary

The bill creates a four‑step order of preference when placing children in foster or adoptive homes, prioritizing close family, then the family’s faith community, then faith‑aligned institutions, and finally the best‑fit placement. It also bars individuals with certain recent felonies, sex‑offender status, or Department of Human Services employment ties from being approved, and requires background checks. The changes aim to protect children’s welfare while respecting family and religious connections.

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