This bill establishes a new foster care oversight subcommittee within the existing oversight commission on children's services. The subcommittee will consist of current members of the commission and is tasked with providing oversight of foster care programs and services. Its responsibilities include ensuring a comprehensive and coordinated system of services for children, youth, and families, reviewing the effectiveness of foster care programs in collaboration with the office of the child advocate, and identifying best practices in foster care. Additionally, the subcommittee will recommend future legislation to the commission and the general court.

The bill amends RSA 21-V:10, III by inserting a new subparagraph (f) that outlines the creation and functions of the foster care oversight subcommittee. The chair of the commission is responsible for appointing a legislative member as the chair of the subcommittee, along with at least four other members from the commission. The bill does not delete any existing legal language but adds new provisions to enhance the oversight of foster care services. The act is set to take effect upon its passage, which is approved for May 14, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-V:10
Version adopted by both bodies: 21-V:10
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 21-V:10