This bill amends Section 232.102A of the Iowa Code regarding family interactions during ongoing child in need of assistance (CINA) proceedings. The current law mandates that family interactions must continue unless a court or the Department of Health and Human Services determines that such interactions would be detrimental to the child. The proposed changes remove the requirement for a finding of detriment and instead stipulate that interactions can only be halted if a court finds substantial evidence that they pose an imminent risk to the child's life or health.

In summary, the bill aims to strengthen the continuity of family interactions during CINA proceedings by establishing a higher threshold for limiting these interactions. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining family connections unless there is clear and compelling evidence of immediate danger to the child's well-being.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 232.102A