Illinois HB1798 amends the Children and Family Services Act to enhance child welfare services.
Illinois HB1798 amends the Children and Family Services Act to improve child welfare services. The bill mandates criminal background checks for prospective foster or adoptive parents, prohibiting placement if they have felony convictions for human trafficking or sex trafficking. It also requires the Department of Children and Family Services to conduct home studies, investigations, and supervision of visitation. The bill emphasizes family preservation services, ensuring children can be cared for at home without endangering their health and safety.
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