CA AB 2830

Title: Foster care: relative placement: family finding.
Author: Robert A. Rivas

Summary
AB 2830, as introduced, Robert Rivas. Foster care: relative placement: family finding. Existing law establishes the jurisdiction of the juvenile court, which may adjudge a child to be a dependent of the court under certain circumstances, including when the child suffered, or there is a substantial risk that the child will suffer, serious physical harm or illness as a result of the failure or inability of their parent or guardian to adequately supervise or protect the child. Existing law requires a county social worker to conduct an investigation, within 30 days of a child’s removal, to identify and locate adult relatives of the child, as specified, and to provide them with a notification that the child has been removed from the custody of the child’s parents, guardians, or Indian custodian, and an explanation of the various options to participate in the care and placement of the child. Existing law also requires the notice to provide information about, among other things, additional services and support that are available in out-of-home placements.This bill would specify that the additional services and support that are available in out-of-home placements in the notice from the social worker include, but are not limited to, mental health supports, childcare, and financial assistance intended to aid in the costs of providing care. To the extent the bill imposes additional duties on counties, the bill would impose a state-mandated program.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

Status
Referred to Com. on HUM. S.

Bill Documents
CA AB 2830 - 04/15/24 - Amended Assembly
04/15/24 - CA AB 2830 (04/15/24 - Amended Assembly)