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House approves changes intended to keep children with nonoffending caregivers in dependency proceedings
2451683 · February 28, 2025
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Summary
House Bill 159, backed by juvenile-court testimony, passed after sponsors said it clarifies language to prefer placing children with a family member or familiar caregiver rather than removing them from the home when appropriate.
BOISE — The Idaho House approved House Bill 159 after sponsors said the bill clarifies statutory language to favor placing children with family members or known caregivers instead of removing them from the home in dependency proceedings.
On the floor, Representative (District 7) described work with a juvenile judge and committee…
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