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HB1798Introduced in the House

DCFS-FOSTER PARENT-RECORDS CHK

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Introduced by Tom Weber, District 64

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Children and Family Services Act. Provides that final approval for placement of a child with a prospective foster or adoptive parent shall not be granted if a criminal records background check reveals the prospective foster or adoptive parent has a felony conviction for human trafficking or sex trafficking. Effective immediately.

Where it stands

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Steven Reick

March 17, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Tom Weber

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicole La Ha

  5. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Steven Reick

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