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Enacted Older Youth Legislation in Delaware
There is no enacted Older Youth legislation for Delaware.
Pending Older Youth Legislation in Delaware
Jurisdiction of the Family Court for Abused, Dependent and Neglected Children
Bill: SB 113; Status: Pending-Carryover
Summary: Creates a procedure by which youth exiting foster care in Delaware and who are provided services under the John H. Chafee Independence Act and/or the Fostering Connections and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 have a legal mechanism for Family Court to review the appropriateness of such services. Extended jurisdiction may continue until the youth attains 21 years of age.
Sponsored by Senator Cook
Jurisdiction of the Family Court for Abused, Dependent and Neglected Children
Bill: SB 113; Status: Pending-Carryover
Summary: Creates a procedure by which youth exiting foster care in Delaware and who are provided services under the John H. Chafee Independence Act and/or the Fostering Connections and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 have a legal mechanism for Family Court to review the appropriateness of such services. Extended jurisdiction may continue until the youth attains 21 years of age.
Sponsored by Senator Cook
