This bill establishes a referral process for cases involving children of military personnel who are in need of care. It mandates that the Secretary for Children and Families make referrals to military family advocacy programs when a preliminary investigation reveals that a child has a parent or legal guardian who is military personnel. The Secretary is also required to enter into a memorandum of understanding with military installations in Kansas, outlining the identification and referral process for these cases, as well as ensuring compliance with confidentiality laws.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 38-2230 to include the military status of a child's parent or legal guardian as a factor in the preliminary inquiry conducted by the department when assessing whether a child is in need of care. The existing section of K.S.A. 38-2230 is repealed, and the new provisions are designed to enhance the support and services available to military families facing child welfare issues. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 38-2230