The House Judiciary Committee heard HB 1048 on adoption criminal history check authored and presented by Rep. Aylesworth. The bill removes the requirement that a criminal history check include information from a national registry of substantiated child abuse and neglect reports in an adoption or guardianship proceeding. Testimony was received from representatives from the Baptist … [Read more...] about Adoption criminal history check
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Financial crimes against the elderly
The Senate Judiciary Committee heard Sen. Young’s SB 345 on financial crimes against the elderly. The bill authorizes financial institutions to release customer records to law enforcement or adult protective agencies if an institution reasonably suspects illegal activity with an endangered adult customer’s account, and would confer immunity on the institution for making, or not mak … [Read more...] about Financial crimes against the elderly
Guardianship; Department of Child Services
H.E.A. 1183, P.L. 74 Effective: July 1, 2016 Provides that a delegation of power by a properly executed power of attorney does not subject the parties to any laws, rules, or regulations concerning the licensing or regulation of foster family homes, child placing agencies, or child caring institutions. Prohibits a licensed foster family home from providing supervision to a child who … [Read more...] about Guardianship; Department of Child Services
Guardianship and adult protective services report
S.E.A. 192, P.L. 34 Effective: March 21, 2016 Urges the legislative council to assign to the appropriate committee a study of the visitation, communication, and interaction with a protected person. Requires the family and social services administration (FSSA), in cooperation with the Indiana prosecuting attorneys council (IPAC), to prepare and submit a report to the legislative … [Read more...] about Guardianship and adult protective services report
Developmental disability bracelet and identification card
H.E.A. 1012, P.L. 56 Effective: July 1, 2016 Requires the state department of health (state department), upon request, to issue a bracelet, an identification card, or both indicating that an individual has been medically diagnosed with a developmental disability. Allows the state department to charge a fee for the bracelet and identification card. Provides that the information … [Read more...] about Developmental disability bracelet and identification card