Summary
The amendments will accomplish the following: (1) Regulatory infractions for children in an emergency shelter or out-of-home placement, or placement disruptions, case plan, and safety plan violations for children under the supervision of the department or its authorized agents shall be accepted by the Hotline as foster care referrals; (2) In cases involving licensed care, the licensing unit or agency staff shall complete the assessment and determine any corrective actions required; and (3) In cases involving unlicensed relatives, non-relative caregivers, or families under the supervision of the department or its authorized agents, the assigned child welfare professional shall complete the assessment and determine any corrective actions required.