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CPS workers in Montana are uncovering the power of personal family stories to inspire resilience and empowerment in the children they serve.

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CPS Workers Share Family Stories to Inspire Empowerment and Resilience
Participants connect personal family histories to resilience and empowerment in CPS work.
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August 2, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Montana is on the brink of a major win for Indian child welfare as lawmakers push to lift the sunset clause, ensuring lasting protections for vulnerable children.

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Montana Senate Approves Bill to Lift Sunset Clause on Indian Child Welfare Act
Montana Senate advances bill to reauthorize and lift sunset clause of Indian Child Welfare Act.
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August 2, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Montana's new welfare law is set to redefine child abuse and neglect, bringing significant changes to protection standards by July 2025.

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Montana legislature defines child abuse and neglect in new welfare law
New definitions clarify terms on child welfare and protection effective July 2025.
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May 7, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Montana's House Bill 655 promises to reshape child welfare and foster care, but its controversial provisions have sparked fierce debates among lawmakers and advocates.

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69th Legislature passes HB 655 to strengthen foster care and adoption services
Legislators approve HB 655 to enhance support for foster families and adoption processes.
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April 20, 2025 at 12:21 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 464 is set to redefine child welfare by recognizing psychological abuse and prioritizing cultural competence in Indigenous child-rearing practices.

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69th Legislature passes SB 464 defining child psychological abuse and neglect criteria
Legislature defines psychological abuse and neglect criteria in SB 464 for child welfare.
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April 17, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Montana's House Bill 927 could transform how child abuse is reported, but will it protect vulnerable children or create fear among undocumented families?

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Montana Legislature enacts new reporting requirements for abuse and neglect cases
Law mandates clergy and advocates to report suspected abuse without privilege exceptions.
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March 30, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 251 could revolutionize child welfare investigations by enhancing confidentiality, but will it compromise accountability?

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Senate Bill 251 enhances confidentiality for Child and Family Ombudsman investigations
Senate Bill 251 revises laws to ensure confidentiality in child welfare investigations.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 261 is taking a bold step to protect children from the dangers of marijuana exposure, igniting fierce debates about child welfare and individual rights.

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69th Legislature passes SB0261 on child welfare and marijuana exposure regulations
Legislature approves SB0261 addressing child endangerment related to marijuana exposure.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 261 is set to redefine child welfare protections by holding adults accountable for exposing minors to drugs and trafficking dangers.

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Montana Legislature addresses child welfare and drug-related offenses in SB261
Montana SB261 enhances penalties for adults endangering children's welfare through drug engagement.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 261 is set to redefine child endangerment laws, aiming to protect children from harmful substances and environments.

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Montana Legislature passes SB261 to revise child endangerment laws
Montana's SB261 updates child welfare laws regarding exposure to drugs and accessibility to dispensaries.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 251 could transform child welfare by ensuring confidentiality in ombudsman investigations, but will it protect families or hinder accountability?

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Montana Legislature passes SB 251 ensuring confidentiality for child ombudsman investigations
SB 251 mandates confidentiality for investigations by Montana's child and family ombudsman office.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Montana’s Senate Bill 248 is on the verge of transforming child protection by expanding access to critical information about those who could pose risks to minors.

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Montana Legislature passes new child protection disclosure bill SB 248
SB 248 enhances disclosure protocols for child protection cases in Montana.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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Montana legislators are tackling critical reforms to enhance child welfare affidavits and guardianship oversight, aiming to protect the state's most vulnerable populations.

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Montana legislators discuss reforms for child welfare affidavits and guardianship oversight
Senators address inaccuracies in child welfare affidavits and gaps in guardianship regulations.
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March 28, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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Montana's House Bill 77 is set to revolutionize child welfare proceedings, empowering foster and preadoptive parents with crucial rights and representation in custody hearings.

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Montana Legislature updates child custody intervention procedures in HB 77
HB 77 enhances notice rights and representation for foster parents in custody hearings.
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March 27, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 206 could reshape child protective services by ensuring timely judicial oversight and family involvement in emergency removals.

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Montana Legislature updates child protective services procedures with SB 206 amendments
Legislation modifies emergency removal processes and prehearing conference requirements for child custody cases.
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March 27, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Montana's House Bill 77 could reshape child welfare by empowering parents while navigating the delicate balance of ensuring children's safety—what does this mean for families across the state?

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Montana Legislature discusses child protection rights in HB 77
HB 77 outlines parental rights and court processes in child abuse and neglect cases.
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March 26, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Montana's Senate committee sparks a heated debate on SB 464, aiming to reshape child welfare advocacy and clarify critical legal roles for the future of vulnerable children.

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Montana Senate committee debates SB 464 to enhance child advocacy roles
Senate committee reviews SB 464 to clarify roles in child welfare advocacy in Montana.
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March 26, 2025 at 4:54 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 206 could revolutionize child welfare by eliminating conflicts of interest in family reunification efforts—could this be the key to rebuilding trust between families and social workers?

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Senate committee reviews bill to separate CPS child removal and reunification workers
Committee discusses Senate Bill 206 to improve child reunification processes in CPS.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:28 AM
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Montana is rethinking child welfare with new Senate Bills that could revolutionize family reunification and drug testing transparency.

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Senator Lentz advocates for drug testing access in child protective services legislation
Senator Lentz pushes for enhanced access to drug testing results in child welfare cases.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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Montana lawmakers are pushing for transformative changes in child welfare laws, potentially reshaping the future of foster care and family support across the state.

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Senate Bill 251 aims to expand Child and Family Ombudsman office in Montana
Senator Lentz introduces bill to enhance confidentiality and expand Child and Family Ombudsman services.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:26 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 249 could revolutionize child welfare by empowering non-parent caregivers to advocate for vulnerable children in court.

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Montana proposes SB 249 to enhance caregiver rights in child neglect cases
Senate Bill 249 aims to allow key caregivers to intervene in dependent neglect cases.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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Montana is stepping up child welfare transparency with House Bill 694, aiming to ensure that interventions are based on verified allegations and keeping kids closer to home.

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Representative Mercer presents House Bill 694 to strengthen child welfare oversight
House Bill 694 aims to clarify child protection policies and limit out-of-country placements.
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March 3, 2025 at 5:58 AM
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Montana's new House Bill 694 could redefine child welfare laws, prioritizing family unity while intensifying protections for at-risk children.

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Montana Legislature revises child abuse and neglect laws in new bill
House Bill 694 aims to revise child protection policies and placement preferences in Montana.
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March 2, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Montana's Senate Bill 465 is stirring up a heated debate over child abuse record disclosures, aiming for transparency while safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

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Legislature approves SB 465 enhancing child abuse record disclosure protocols
New bill mandates sharing child abuse records with authorized entities and individuals.
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February 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 464 is set to revolutionize child welfare by redefining abuse and neglect, aiming for a safer future for our most vulnerable residents.

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Montana Legislature addresses child neglect and protective services in SB 464
Legislation defines child neglect and outlines protective services for at-risk youth.
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February 26, 2025 at 9:25 AM