Washington SB6185 aims to reduce maltreatment-related child fatalities by enhancing child welfare services.

Washington SB6185 addresses the rise in maltreatment-related child fatalities by improving child welfare services. The bill increases court oversight for children under four, expands access to legal counsel and parent allies for at-risk families, and convenes health and social service agencies to align with Washington Thriving's strategic plan. It also improves the process for connecting families with community-based services, provides public health nurses for parents of children under four, and requires training for child welfare workers.

Washington SB6185 aims to reduce maltreatment-related child fatalities by enhancing child welfare services.

Washington SB6185 addresses the rise in maltreatment-related child fatalities by improving child welfare services. The bill increases court oversight for children under four, expands access to legal counsel and parent allies for at-risk families, and convenes health and social service agencies to align with Washington Thriving's strategic plan. It also improves the process for connecting families with community-based services, provides public health nurses for parents of children under four, and requires training for child welfare workers.