Bill > SB1605

This bill expands the goals of Tennessee's "zero to three court programs," which are designed to help young children involved in the court system. Previously, these programs focused on children under three years old, but this legislation broadens their scope to include children up to five years of age, while still prioritizing those younger than three. The updated goals aim to achieve permanency for these children more quickly by providing support to at-risk families, reducing instances of repeat maltreatment, and mitigating the long-term effects of trauma on brain development for children five and younger.