This bill amends existing laws regarding the delegation of custodial rights and duties for children when legal custody is transferred to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It allows HHS to delegate its custodial rights and duties to licensed individuals, specifically in areas such as emergency medical care, routine medical care, and participation in individualized education programs (IEPs). The bill clarifies that while HHS can consent to these matters, it must still respect any residual rights and duties that remain with the child's parent or guardian.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific types of routine medical care that HHS can consent to, including preventative care, nonemergency medical care, and necessary medication. It also mandates that HHS must notify both the individual licensee and the child's parents or guardians when it delegates its rights to consent to medical care or educational participation. This ensures that all parties are informed of the custodial arrangements and the rights being delegated.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 232.2, 237.10