Allows unaccompanied children in federal placements to petition family court for dependency orders.

This bill amends the Family Court Act and Social Services Law to allow unaccompanied children in federal placements to petition the family court for dependency orders to ensure they receive proper care. It defines "federal placement" and allows such children to file petitions without referral to child protective services. The family court must appoint an attorney for the child if independent legal representation is unavailable. The court may issue dependency orders to ensure the child's safety and wellbeing, recognizing the child's federal placement.

Allows unaccompanied children in federal placements to petition family court for dependency orders.

This bill amends the Family Court Act and Social Services Law to allow unaccompanied children in federal placements to petition the family court for dependency orders to ensure they receive proper care. It defines "federal placement" and allows such children to file petitions without referral to child protective services. The family court must appoint an attorney for the child if independent legal representation is unavailable. The court may issue dependency orders to ensure the child's safety and wellbeing, recognizing the child's federal placement.