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SB 193 IN

Child welfare provider protections.

IN · session 2024 · Senate · bill

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Introduced Jan 9, 2024

Latest action (Jan 25, 2024) Senator Raatz added as second author

Summary

Prohibits the state from discriminating against adoption agencies, foster parents, or adoptive parents on the basis of religious beliefs. Defines certain terms. Waives sovereign immunity for purposes of the prohibition, except that state courts retain immunity. Allows suit under these provisions without exhausting administrative remedies. Provides for a private right of action and civil remedies.

Sponsors (2)

Action history (3)
  1. Jan 9, 2024 Authored by Senator Johnson T · upper
  2. Jan 9, 2024 First reading: referred to Committee on Family and Children Services · upper
  3. Jan 25, 2024 Senator Raatz added as second author · upper
Subjects
CHILDREN AND MINORS; AdoptionCHILDREN AND MINORS; Foster CareCHURCHES AND RELIGIONSCIVIL LAW AND PROCEDURE; Immunity and Exemption from LiabilityMARRIAGE AND FAMILY LAW; GenerallySOCIAL SERVICES; Generally

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  • Introduced Senate Bill (S) · PDF

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