Illinois SB1696 grants temporary immunity from civil liability to child welfare agencies for two years, except in cases of willful and wanton conduct.
Illinois SB1696, known as the Temporary Immunity for Child Welfare Agencies Act, provides a two-year immunity from civil liability for licensed child welfare agencies that provide foster care services. This immunity applies unless the agency's actions or omissions constitute willful and wanton conduct. The act also extends immunity to the agency's employees, volunteers, and agents acting within their employment.
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