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Committee approves bill allowing DCFS director to waive 6‑month residency in two adoption cases
2350221 · February 19, 2025
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Summary
House Bill 1292 passed the Senate Judiciary Committee to give the Division of Child and Family Services director authority to waive a six‑month residency requirement in two narrow categories: infants surrendered under safe‑haven law and older youth (about 16) seeking permanent placement.
The Senate Judiciary Committee recommended passage of House Bill 1292 after sponsor Rep. Mary Bentley explained the bill’s limited scope and members asked questions about vetting and judicial oversight.
"House Bill 1292 gives the director of Division of Child and Family Services…
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