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HB2599 - 104th General Assembly

DCFS-FOSTER PARENT RIGHTS
Last Action
2/06/2025 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Adam M. Niemerg
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
20 ILCS 505/5e
20 ILCS 520/1-30
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Children and Family Services Act. In provisions concerning the Advocacy Office for Children and Families, requires the Advocacy Office to designate for each foster child an employee with legal knowledge of the foster process to guide foster parents throughout the foster process and keep them informed of their rights and responsibilities. Amends the Foster Parent Law. Creates a private right of action under specified provisions of the Act concerning foster parent rights.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/04/2025 House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Adam M. Niemerg
2/06/2025 House First Reading
2/06/2025 House Referred to Rules Committee