H0724

Adds to existing law to provide for a notice of safety-related rights for foster children.

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Introduced Text

Idaho H0724 adds safety-related rights for foster children, including protection from abuse and access to medical assessments.

Idaho H0724 amends Idaho Code to establish safety-related rights for foster children. These rights include residing in a safe environment, freedom from abuse, timely medical assessments, and adequate basic essentials. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare must provide a written notice of these rights at initial placement, each placement change, and annually. Foster homes must post this notice where children can access it. Alleged violations can be raised in ongoing juvenile proceedings, and the court may order remedies to promote the child's safety and welfare.

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Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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3 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 17

10:00 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 16

10:00 AM

Second Reading Calendar

History

Mar 26

House

Reported Signed by Governor on March 25, 2026 Session Law Chapter 132 Effective: 03/25/26

Mar 20

House

Delivered to Governor at 4:32 p.m. on March 19, 2026

Mar 19

Senate

Received from the House enrolled/signed by Speaker