HB 1485

Bill Subjects

Agencies; Department Of Child Services (Dcs) Boards, Commissions, And Councils; Budget Committee Boards, Commissions, And Councils; Generally Children And Minors; Children In Need Of Services (Chins) Children And Minors; Generally Courts; Attorneys Courts; Juvenile Courts General Assembly; Legislative Council Public Defender; Generally

Abstract

Provides that courts are required to appoint counsel for eligible children with certain exceptions. Provides that a county may seek reimbursement up to 100% for expenditures related to attorney services for eligible children. Requires the commission on court appointed attorneys to: (1) establish certain guidelines for counties to be eligible for reimbursement from the public defense fund; and (2) make a report to the legislative council and budget committee not later than December 1, 2026, regarding the 100% reimbursement for attorney services provided to eligible children. Makes an appropriation.