Bill
LC 1098
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1098, Title: Generally revise child protective services laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024Purpose and Intent: The pri
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1098, Title: Generally revise child protective services laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to comprehensively reform the state's child protective services (CPS) system to better safeguard the wellbeing of children and families. The legislation aims to address longstanding issues with caseloads, training, and coordination between CPS and other social services.
Key Provisions:
- Mandate lower CPS caseworker-to-child ratios and increased training requirements
- Establish a statewide child abuse and neglect hotline and centralized reporting system
- Require CPS to conduct regular wellness checks on children in the system
- Expand family preservation services and in-home support to prevent unnecessary removals
- Create an independent child welfare ombudsman to investigate complaints and monitor the system
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Children and families involved with the child welfare system would benefit from more responsive and effective CPS interventions
- CPS caseworkers and supervisors would have lower caseloads and more resources for their work
- State and local governments would need to allocate additional funding to implement the reforms
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill is currently in the draft stage and has not been formally introduced in the legislature. If it moves forward, it would need to go through the full legislative process, including committee hearings, floor votes, and potential amendments before reaching the governor's desk for signature or veto.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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