AB520

Revises provisions relating to adoption. (BDR 11-356)

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Nevada AB520 revises adoption laws by requiring background investigations for child-placing agency personnel and prohibiting those with unacceptable.

Nevada AB520 amends adoption laws to enhance child safety. It mandates background investigations for applicants and personnel of child-placing agencies, including employees, volunteers, and independent contractors. The Division of Child and Family Services must conduct these investigations at least every five years. The bill prohibits agencies from allowing personnel with criminal histories or child abuse records to serve children. It also requires agencies to maintain records of these investigations and allows personnel 30 days to correct any incorrect information.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 12, 2025

1:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Apr 11, 2025

12:00 AM

Assembly Health and Human Services Hearing

History

Jun 6, 2025

Assembly

Chapter 307. (Effective June 5, 2025)

Jun 5, 2025

Assembly

Approved by the Governor.

May 29, 2025

Assembly

Enrolled and delivered to Governor.