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Debate in committee over shifting family reconciliation services to community providers
Summary
House Bill 1509 would require DCYF to contract with community‑based providers to deliver family reconciliation services in multiple regions by 2026 and statewide by 2030.
House Bill 1509 would require DCYF, subject to funding, to contract with community‑based providers to offer family reconciliation services (FRS) in at least three regions by Jan. 1, 2026, and statewide by Jan. 1, 2030. The bill expands the circumstances in which FRS may be provided and would add reporting requirements about requests and referrals to community providers.
Proponents, including Representative Taylor (prime sponsor), providers and advocacy groups, said community‑based, culturally relevant, trauma‑informed services better reach families who avoid or mistrust state systems.…
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