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SB542Introduced in the Senate

Imposing time limitation on disposition decision in child abuse and neglect proceedings

IntroducedSenate Judiciary

Introduced by Vince Deeds, District 10

What does this bill do?

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Official description

The purpose of this bill is to require the court to issue a disposition decision within 12 months of ratification of the initial petition.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.

Where it stands

To Judiciary

January 20, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed for introduction

  2. To Judiciary

  3. Introduced in Senate

  4. To Judiciary

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