SB1313 is a bill that mandates the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) to develop and implement policies and procedures by December 31, 2025, to ensure that young adults who leave DCS care without achieving permanency through reunification, adoption, or guardianship have access to safe and secure housing. The bill defines a "young adult" as a person under 21 years old who is exiting or has exited DCS custody at 18 years old. Additionally, DCS is required to submit a report outlining the adopted policies and procedures to the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Secretary of State by the same deadline.

The bill represents an amendment to the current law by adding a new section (8-530.06) to the Arizona Revised Statutes. It emphasizes the Legislature's intent that all young adults should have access to safe and secure housing after leaving DCS care. The bill also makes conforming changes to the existing law and is set to become effective on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-530.06
Senate Engrossed Version: 8-530.06
Chaptered Version: 8-530.06