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ID S1307

ID S1307
Amends existing law to prohibit adoption placement or advertisement by unlicensed entities.


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Introduced
02/09/2024
In Committee
02/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO ADOPTION; AMENDING SECTION 18-1511, IDAHO CODE, TO PROHIBIT PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN BY UNLICENSED ORGANIZATIONS AND TO MAKE TECHNI- CAL CORRECTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to prohibit the placement or advertisement of children for adoption by unlicensed organizations or individuals. Specifically, it makes it a misdemeanor for a person or organization without a valid license from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare or a valid license to practice law in Idaho to advertise or place children for adoption. The bill also provides guidelines for the financial assistance that can be provided to birth parents during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including a limit of $2,000 unless otherwise authorized by the court. The bill declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Health and Welfare Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to Judiciary & Rules (on 02/12/2024)

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