To preserve family and sibling bonds for children in foster care

This bill aims to improve the placement of children in foster care and the rights of families during investigations. It requires the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to prioritize placing siblings together and to make reasonable efforts for frequent contact between separated siblings. The bill also establishes new rights for parents and guardians during DCF investigations, including the right to receive written information about allegations, understand the investigation process, and have interviews recorded with consent. If the DCF violates these provisions, evidence gathered may be deemed invalid.

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