SB384

Establish temporary hardship law

Failed·5/23/25
Introduced Text

Montana SB384 allows temporary removal of a child for up to 15 days due to temporary hardship, with a requirement to return the child home within.

Montana SB384 provides for the temporary removal of a child and placement in protective custody for up to 15 days due to temporary hardship. The bill mandates that the child must be returned home within 15 days unless a court orders otherwise. It outlines procedures for child protection specialists, county attorneys, and peace officers to access children for interviews and medical records. The bill also specifies that a child protection specialist must interview parents before filing a petition for immediate protection.

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Roll Call Votes

(S) Public Health, Welfare and Safety--To Table

11 Yea

RDRRDRDDRRR

0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 28, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Public Health, Welfare and Safety Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 28, 2025

Senate

(S) Fiscal Note Printed