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SB 239 IN

Child welfare provider protections.

IN · session 2025 · Senate · bill

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Introduced Jan 14, 2025

Latest action (Jan 14, 2025) Authored by Senator Johnson T

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.

Sponsor (1)

Action history (2)

  1. Jan 14, 2025 First reading: referred to Committee on Family and Children Services · upper
  2. Jan 14, 2025 Authored by Senator Johnson T · upper
Subjects
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW; GenerallyCHILDREN AND MINORS; AdoptionCHILDREN AND MINORS; Foster CareCHURCHES AND RELIGIONSCIVIL LAW AND PROCEDURE; Immunity and Exemption from LiabilityCIVIL LAW AND PROCEDURE; Liabilities, Damages, and PenaltiesLABOR AND EMPLOYMENT; GenerallyPROTECTED CLASSESSOCIAL SERVICES; GenerallyTAXES; Generally

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