Honorable Lois W. Kolkhorst, Chair, Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
FROM:
Jerry McGinty, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB2041 by Hancock (Relating to factors the Department of Family and Protective Services must consider when selecting a foster care placement for a child.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the factors the Department of Family and Protective Services shall consider in selecting a placement to include a placement that can meet the long-term needs of a child.
It is assumed that any costs to the Department of Family and Protective Services could be absorbed within existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.