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AB 2767

Juveniles: family finding.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patrick Ahrens

AB 2767 establishes or expands family finding services to locate relatives who can support juveniles in California's foster care system, improving permanency outcomes.

Referred to Coms. on HUM. S. and JUD.
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Bill Summary · AB 2767

Legislative bill overview

AB 2767 addresses family finding services for juveniles in California's child welfare system. The bill, introduced by Patrick Ahrens, is currently in its early legislative stages and has been referred to the Human Services and Judiciary committees for review. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in standard legislative tracking systems.

Why is this important

Family finding—the practice of locating and engaging relatives to support children in foster care—can significantly improve outcomes for vulnerable youth by maintaining family connections and potentially reducing time in the foster care system. Early identification of kinship resources often leads to faster permanency placements and better emotional support for children experiencing family separation.

Potential points of contention

  • Program funding and implementation costs — Establishing or expanding family finding services requires state resources, which may face budget constraints or debate over prioritization
  • Scope and mandate — Questions about whether family finding should be mandatory across all counties, which could create compliance challenges in less-resourced areas
  • Privacy and consent considerations — Locating biological relatives involves sensitive data and raises questions about family privacy rights and how consent from involved parties is obtained

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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