Montana HB754 revises child abuse and neglect laws, prohibiting gender transition opposition as grounds for action and requiring emergency removal of.
Montana HB754 amends child abuse and neglect laws to prohibit a parent's opposition to a child's gender transition from being considered in any decision related to child abuse or neglect. It also mandates the emergency removal of a child who is transitioning gender with parental support if they are in immediate danger. The bill requires a show cause hearing within 20 days of filing a petition unless otherwise stipulated. It further ensures that children cannot be placed in jails and mandates notifications to parents and legal guardians when a child is removed from their home.
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