Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB45

Introduced
1/17/23  
Introduced
1/17/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to a juvenile court's ability to suspend proceedings in child in need of assistance cases.

Impact

The enactment of HSB45 would enable juvenile courts to maintain greater flexibility in managing cases involving children who need assistance. By allowing for the suspension of proceedings, the court can prioritize rehabilitative measures over punitive actions, potentially benefitting families and children involved. The maximum duration of such suspensions is set at twelve months but can be extended under exceptional circumstances, promoting a tailored approach to each case.

Summary

House Study Bill 45 (HSB45) pertains to the authority of juvenile courts concerning the suspension of proceedings in cases categorized under 'child in need of assistance.' The bill permits juvenile courts to suspend proceedings at any point after a petition is filed but before an adjudication order is made. This suspension is subject to terms and conditions set by the court, allowing for the oversight of the child and relevant parties by specified agencies.

Contention

While the bill is expected to improve the child welfare system by providing alternatives to immediate court actions, it does bring forward points of contention among lawmakers and child advocacy groups. Concerns may arise regarding the potential for extended supervision over families, which some stakeholders might view as governmental overreach. Discussions may also highlight the balance between child protection and parental rights, particularly in determining the conditions under which proceedings can be suspended.

Companion Bills

IA SSB1002

Related A bill for an act relating to a juvenile court's ability to suspend proceedings in child in need of assistance cases.

Previously Filed As

IA SSB1002

A bill for an act relating to a juvenile court's ability to suspend proceedings in child in need of assistance cases.

IA HF833

A bill for an act relating to services and support for youth, including treatment, physical assessments, and behavioral health evaluations for youth involved in involuntary commitment, juvenile delinquency, child in need of assistance, and family in need of assistance proceedings; the licensing and certification of certain residential facilities; the provision of home and community-based services and habilitation services to certain youth by residential programs; administration and supervision of juvenile court services; and the suspension of Hawki eligibility for inmates of public institutions.(Formerly HSB 153; See HF 984.)

IA SF474

A bill for an act relating to services and support for youth, including treatment, physical assessments, and behavioral health evaluations for youth involved in juvenile delinquency and child in need of assistance proceedings; the licensing and certification of certain residential facilities; the provision of home and community-based services and habilitation services to certain youth by residential programs; administration and supervision of juvenile court services; and the suspension of Hawki eligibility for inmates of public institutions. (Formerly SSB 1120.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA HSB153

A bill for an act relating to services and support for youth, including treatment, physical assessments, and behavioral health evaluations; exemptions from children's residential facility certification; the director of juvenile court services and chief juvenile court officers; and suspension of Hawki eligibility for public institution inmates.(See HF 833, HF 984.)

IA SSB1120

A bill for an act relating to services and support for youth, including treatment, physical assessments, and behavioral health evaluations; exemptions from children's residential facility certification; the director of juvenile court services and chief juvenile court officers; and suspension of Hawki eligibility for public institution inmates.(See SF 474.)

IA HF984

A bill for an act relating to services and support for youth, including treatment, physical assessments, and behavioral health evaluations for youth involved in juvenile delinquency and child in need of assistance proceedings; the licensing and certification of certain residential facilities; the provision of home and community-based services and habilitation services to certain youth by residential programs; administration and supervision of juvenile court services; and the suspension of Hawki eligibility for inmates of public institutions.(Formerly HF 833, HSB 153.)

IA SF328

A bill for an act relating to the modification of a bridge order issued pursuant to a previous child in need of assistance case.(Formerly SSB 1066.)

IA SF471

A bill for an act relating to mental health and disability services provided by the state and judicial procedures relating to child in need of assistance proceedings, adoptions, and the confinement of persons found incompetent to stand trial.(Formerly SSB 1166.)

IA HSB176

A bill for an act relating to mental health and disability services provided by the state and judicial procedures relating to child in need of assistance proceedings, adoptions, and the confinement of persons found incompetent to stand trial.(See HF 471.)

IA SSB1166

A bill for an act relating to mental health and disability services provided by the state and judicial procedures relating to child in need of assistance proceedings, adoptions, and the confinement of persons found incompetent to stand trial.(See SF 471.)

Similar Bills

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