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Senate recalls foster‑care bill after debate on Guardian ad Litem database access
Summary
Senators voted to recall House Bill 60 for further consideration after debate focusing on whether Guardian ad Litem offices should have electronic access to the Attorney General’s database of foster‑family records; proponents cited efficiency, critics warned it could blur advocate and state representation roles.
The Senate voted to recall House Bill 60, a measure described as protecting children in foster care, after floor members debated a provision that would allow Guardian ad Litem offices electronic access to Attorney General databases about foster families. A motion to recall the bill passed on the floor and the bill will be returned to the Senate for further consideration.
Senator Thomas explained he supported the bill’s first part but opposed the…
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