Summary of Original Version

Amend KRS 199.011 to define "disability"; amend KRS 199.471 to establish that no petition for placement or adoption of children shall be denied on the sole basis of a disability of the adoptive applicant and enhance procedures for determination of placement or adoption; amend KRS 199.473 to require the secretary review any refusal of a placement of a child due to a disability; that targeted adaptive or support services be offered; and that the cabinet retain all documentation for two years; amend KRS 625.050 to establish that no petition for involuntary termination of parental rights shall be ordered on the sole basis of a disability of the parent; amend KRS 625.090 regarding procedures for an involuntary termination of parental rights involving a parent with a disability.

Summary of Amendment: Senate Floor Amendment 1 -- B. Storm

Summary Retain original provisions, except amend KRS 199.462 to prohibit the Cabinet for Health and Family Services from disapproving of any placement or custody arrangement on the sole basis of a disability of the prospective caregiver without considering whether targeted adaptive or supportive services could enable the prospective caregiver to provide essential care and protection for the child.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 199.011, 199.471, 199.473, 625.050, 625.090
Current: 199.011, 199.462, 199.471, 199.473, 625.050, 625.090