NY: New York Lawmakers Clash with State Courts over New Congregate Care Rule
Imprint – September 29, 2021
Nearly fifty New York state lawmakers have signed a letter describing “significant legal, policy, and fiscal concerns” with a new court rule increasing oversight of group homes for foster children, concerns echoed by the state’s largest local child welfare agency. The rule taking effect today was issued in response to tighter restrictions from the federal government on funding for congregate care and requires a more intensive review process before a foster child can be housed in an institution or facility. New York courts are now requiring additional court hearings, and specific clinical recommendations stating how a child’s needs are best served outside of a family home.
Also: New York State Intensifies Court Oversight of Group Care for Foster Youth: https://imprintnews.org/child-welfare-2/new-york-state-intensifies-court-oversight-of-group-care-for-foster-youth/58645

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