California AB2767 amends child welfare services to enhance family finding and engagement activities.

California AB2767 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to strengthen family finding and engagement activities for children in need of child welfare services. The bill mandates that counties conduct thorough investigations to identify relatives and kin, aiming to connect children with potential support networks. It authorizes the use of social media and electronic resources for outreach, while ensuring privacy and safety. The bill also requires the State Department of Social Services to develop training for county personnel on information sharing and best practices.

California AB2767 amends child welfare services to enhance family finding and engagement activities.

California AB2767 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to strengthen family finding and engagement activities for children in need of child welfare services. The bill mandates that counties conduct thorough investigations to identify relatives and kin, aiming to connect children with potential support networks. It authorizes the use of social media and electronic resources for outreach, while ensuring privacy and safety. The bill also requires the State Department of Social Services to develop training for county personnel on information sharing and best practices.