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Senate adopts omnibus child protection package after floor discussion
Summary
Senators approved a wide-ranging child protection bill containing multiple provisions on children''s counsel, youth services, provider contracts and other child welfare rules. Sponsors said the package aims to keep funds and services focused on children and speed placements out of acute care when appropriate.
The Missouri Senate on March 11 adopted a senate substitute for a House committee substitute combining several child protection measures into one package, including changes to how children's division funds are handled, placement priorities and provisions to speed access to specialized services.
Senator from Scott, sponsor of the senate substitute for House bills 737 and 486, told the chamber the legislation ensures money owed to children, such as Social Security or veteran benefits, goes directly to those children and…
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