SB3942

JUV CT-YOUTH RELEASE

Final Passage·5/30/26

SB3942 amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 to modify procedures for reporting and reviewing cases involving minors committed to the Department of.

SB3942 amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 by changing sections 5-745 and 5-750. It requires the Department of Juvenile Justice to notify the court of critical incidents involving youth in its care, such as serious risks to their health or well-being. The Department must also make reasonable efforts to facilitate a youth's appearance in court if required. The bill specifies that court-ordered reports on the youth's condition and actions taken must be submitted within 10 days of a citation. If a youth is released before a court-set date, the Department must still report to the court.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 29

3:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

May 28

3:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

History

Jun 26

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 30

House

Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons

May 30

House

Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed 076-038-000