HB2734Introduced in the House
Requiring expedited procedures for children who are under two years of age at the time that a petition is filed requesting such child be adjudicated to be a child in need of care, requiring permanency for such a child within 12 months and directing the secretary to report on such expedited procedures.
Introduced by Child Welfare and Foster Care
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Requiring expedited procedures for children who are under two years of age at the time that a petition is filed requesting such child be adjudicated to be a child in need of care, requiring permanency for such a child within 12 months and directing the secretary to report on such expedited procedures.
Where it stands
House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507
February 19, 2026
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Bill history
House Introduced
House Referred to Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care
House Hearing: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 152-S
House Hearing continuation: Monday, February 16, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 152-S
House Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care
House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507
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