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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
02/10/2021
02/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO GUARDIANSHIPS; AMENDING AND CHANGING THE NAME OF THE FAMILY SERVICES ACT; AMENDING THE KINSHIP GUARDIANSHIP ACT; PROVIDING FOR VOLUNTARY PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN; PROVIDING FOR FINANCIAL SUBSIDIES; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to guardianship laws in New Mexico. It amends the Voluntary Placement and Family Services Act to provide for voluntary placement of children with the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and establish a guardianship assistance program to provide financial subsidies to kinship guardians. The bill also amends the Kinship Guardianship Act to revise eligibility criteria, placement preferences, and procedures for appointing and revoking guardians. Additionally, the bill adds new provisions to the Voluntary Placement and Family Services Act related to confidentiality, hearing procedures, and placement of Indian children. Overall, the bill aims to provide more options and support for children and families involved with the child welfare system.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/10/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=97&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0097.pdf |
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