Requiring that a child in custody of the secretary be provided information regarding the child's rights and the secretary maintain confirmation of the child's notification and understanding of such child's rights in child in need of care proceedings.

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This bill requires the Secretary for Children and Families in Kansas to notify children in their custody about their rights. It also mandates that records be kept of this notification and that children confirm their understanding of these rights. This change aims to ensure children in foster care are fully aware of their legal protections and rights.

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