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Safe Home Act 2025: Protecting children from unregulated custody transfers

This act aims to protect children from informal custody transfers that can put them at risk. It defines such transfers and increases public awareness of the dangers, while also mandating reporting on their scale and causes. This will provide better support for adoptive and foster families, making children safer.
Key points
The act defines and aims to prevent unregulated custody transfers of children, which occur without court or child welfare agency oversight.
It increases public awareness of the risks associated with such transfers, including the lack of safety checks and background screenings for caregivers.
It requires the government to report on the prevalence and causes of unregulated transfers, which will help develop better legal solutions and protective practices.
It ensures better access to information and support for adoptive families to prevent adoption disruptions and provide children with stable environments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_604
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2025-02-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safe Home Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_604.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act defines and aims to prevent unregulated custody transfers of children, which occur without court or child welfare agency oversight.
  • It increases public awareness of the risks associated with such transfers, including the lack of safety checks and background screenings for caregivers.
  • It requires the government to report on the prevalence and causes of unregulated transfers, which will help develop better legal solutions and protective practices.
  • It ensures better access to information and support for adoptive families to prevent adoption disruptions and provide children with stable environments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Family Courts and Law Health