HB 4303

Abstract

Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Requires the Department of Children and Family Services to annually review private child welfare agencies that place children in foster family homes. Provides that if, upon review, the Department is not satisfied that the agency has met the required minimum standards, as established by rule of the Department, the agency may be subject to disciplinary action under the Act and may be subject to provisions regarding conditional licensure and corrective plans. Provides that information regarding disciplinary actions involving private child welfare agencies must be made available to the public upon request. Requires the Department to submit a report by January 1, 2006, and on January 1 of each year thereafter, to the Governor and General Assembly regarding the review of private child welfare agencies. Effective immediately.