Montana HB694 revises child abuse and neglect laws, emphasizing family unity and cultural heritage in placements.
Montana HB694 amends child abuse and neglect laws to prioritize family unity and cultural heritage in child placements. The bill establishes a voluntary registry for close relatives of children removed from their homes, allowing the department to notify these relatives. It emphasizes placing children in family-like settings that meet their special needs and are close to their homes. Placement preferences prioritize extended family, foster homes with similar cultural backgrounds, and institutions with suitable programs. Placements outside the United States are disfavored unless necessary.
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