state_legiscan_drain · CA
Kinship family approval.
February 20, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would streamline the approval process for kinship families (relatives) as foster care placements by amending multiple state codes. It would reduce barriers for relative caregivers, update background check requirements, and provide additional support services to keep children with family members.
Source: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2478
Common questions
- What does "Kinship family approval." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would streamline the approval process for kinship families (relatives) as foster care placements by amending multiple state codes.…
- When was it published?
- It was published on February 20, 2026.