Louisiana HB1224 amends child protection laws to include pregnant children under 14 as needing care and services.

Louisiana HB1224 amends the Children's Code to include the pregnancy of children under 14 as grounds for asserting a child is in need of care. The Department of Children and Family Services must initiate safety assessments for reported pregnant children under 14. These children are eligible for services including medical coordination, counseling, case management, and protective supervision. The bill also mandates reporting of pregnant children under 14 to the Department of Children and Family Services.

Louisiana HB1224 amends child protection laws to include pregnant children under 14 as needing care and services.

Louisiana HB1224 amends the Children's Code to include the pregnancy of children under 14 as grounds for asserting a child is in need of care. The Department of Children and Family Services must initiate safety assessments for reported pregnant children under 14. These children are eligible for services including medical coordination, counseling, case management, and protective supervision. The bill also mandates reporting of pregnant children under 14 to the Department of Children and Family Services.