Native American Child Protection: Strengthening Fight Against Family Violence
This act enhances the protection of Native American children from abuse and neglect by introducing new definitions, streamlining support systems, and promoting culturally appropriate treatment methods. Its goal is to improve the safety and well-being of children in Indian communities, ensuring better coordination of efforts and access to specialized services.
Key points
Broadening the definition of child abuse to include new forms such as sexual exploitation and neglect, facilitating identification and intervention in difficult cases.
Establishing a National Indian Child Resource and Family Services Center to support tribes and urban Indian organizations in preventing and treating violence.
Mandating the use of culturally appropriate treatment methods and programs that consider the unique values and traditions of applicant Indian Tribes.
Increasing financial support for tribes for child protective services, including transportation, risk assessments, kinship navigator services, and background checks for placements.
Requiring the development of caseload standards and staffing requirements for social workers to ensure effective assistance for children and families.
VOTING RESULTS
2023-09-18
92%
For
378
Against
32
Abstain
0
Became Law
Citizen Poll