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HB2302: Requiring a law enforcement officer to consult with the secretary for children and families before taking a child into custody and that the secretary respond and offer consultation to such law enforcement officer outside of the secretary's operating hours.
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Plain-Language Summary
This bill requires law enforcement officers to consult with the Secretary for Children and Families before taking a child into custody. The secretary must also be available for consultation outside of regular hours.
Who This Affects
This affects families in Kansas who may have children taken into custody by law enforcement, particularly those involved in child welfare cases.
Key Provisions
• Law enforcement officers must consult with the Secretary for Children and Families before taking a child into custody
• The secretary must be available for consultation outside of regular hours
• This bill applies to all law enforcement officers in Kansas
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Timeline
Introduced
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Last Action
House Referred to Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care
Feb 4, 2025
Sponsors
- Jarrod OusleyDemocratcosponsor
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