Foster care; directing the Department of Human Services to implement certain extension of foster care services. Effective date. Emergency.

Summary

The bill requires the Department of Human Services to offer continued foster‑care support to eligible young adults up to age 21. Participation is voluntary and limited to those still in DHS custody at 18 or who achieved permanency after 16 but lack caretaker support, provided they are in school, employed, or have a qualifying medical condition. The law takes effect July 1 2026 and is declared an emergency.

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