Iowa HF374 clarifies custodial rights and duties for children under state care, allowing HHS to delegate certain rights to licensed foster care.

Iowa HF374 amends existing law to clarify that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) can delegate custodial rights and duties to licensed foster care providers when a court transfers legal custody of a child to HHS. This includes delegating the right to consent to routine medical care, which encompasses preventative care, nonemergency medical care, and necessary medication. The bill ensures that HHS can act on behalf of the child to allow them to engage in normal childhood experiences.

Iowa HF374 clarifies custodial rights and duties for children under state care, allowing HHS to delegate certain rights to licensed foster care.

Iowa HF374 amends existing law to clarify that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) can delegate custodial rights and duties to licensed foster care providers when a court transfers legal custody of a child to HHS. This includes delegating the right to consent to routine medical care, which encompasses preventative care, nonemergency medical care, and necessary medication. The bill ensures that HHS can act on behalf of the child to allow them to engage in normal childhood experiences.