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IL HB3636

IL HB3636
JUV CT-FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM


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Introduced
02/07/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Provides that if a minor's guardian has submitted an application for the Family Support Program and that application is pending review or under active review to determine if the minor is eligible for the Family Support Program, and the minor is placed in the custody or guardianship of the Department of Children and Family Services under the Abuse, Neglected, or Dependent Minors Article of the Act on the basis of a petition alleging that the minor is dependent because the minor was left at a psychiatric hospital beyond medical necessity, the minor's application shall be expedited for review to determine if the minor is eligible for the Family Support Program. Provides that if the application review determines that the minor is eligible for the Family Support Program, the court shall conduct a hearing within 14 days upon notification to all parties that an application for the Family Support Program services has been approved and services are available.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 to improve support for minors who have been left at psychiatric hospitals beyond medical necessity. Specifically, the bill requires that if a minor's guardian has submitted an application for the Family Support Program (FSP) while the minor is placed in the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the application will be expedited for review. If the review determines the minor is eligible for FSP services, the court must conduct a hearing within 14 days of being notified that services are available. The bill removes previous language that outlined detailed considerations for the court's hearing, such as determining whether to return the minor to the respondent's custody or continue DCFS guardianship. By streamlining the process, the bill aims to more quickly connect eligible minors with supportive services and potentially reduce the time spent in DCFS custody. The Family Support Program is designed to provide assistance to families with children who have complex medical or developmental needs.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 04/11/2025)

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