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Committee advances bill to make Child Advocate appointment independent; lawmakers debate who should appoint
Summary
The Committee on Children voted to draft HB 6183 to restore the Office of the Child Advocate as an independent oversight office with appointments made by a bipartisan board; supporters said the change removes conflicts of interest, while opponents warned it could cede legislative confirmation authority and politicize the selection process.
The Committee on Children voted to draft House Bill 6183 on Jan. 28, 2025, a measure that would restore the Office of the Child Advocate as an independent oversight office and change the appointment process so the advocate would be selected by a bipartisan board rather than solely nominated by the governor.
Supporters, including Representative Wielander, said the proposal would return the advocate’s office to its original independent structure so the advocate can “advocate for the safety of our children” without perceived oversight from another agency.…
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