California AB1120 outlines extensive rights for foster youth, including safety, education, health care, and cultural recognition.
California AB1120 ensures foster youth have numerous rights, including safety from abuse, adequate food and clothing, and access to health care. Youth can choose their own health care providers and have access to reproductive health information. They have the right to attend school, participate in extracurricular activities, and maintain contact with siblings and family. Youth can also have private social contacts and religious practices. AB1120 emphasizes cultural recognition, including for Indian children, and mandates child and family team meetings.
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