Extends the voluntary extension of care (VEC) program pursuant to ยง 14-1-6 to children in the juvenile justice system and children who attain reunification prior to their eighteenth (18th) birthday, however, the reunification is not successful.
Extends the voluntary extension of care (VEC) program for all children in the care and custody of the state.
Provides that all extended benefits offered by DCYF to foster children shall be extended to children placed in guardianship.
Provides that all extended benefits offered by DCYF to foster children shall be extended to children placed in guardianship.
S.C. Juvenile Justice Reform Act
Requires the school district of a child in the custody of the department of children, youth and families (DCYF) to pay all the educational cost of the child if the child is place in another school district.
An Act Concerning The Recommendations Of The Department Of Children And Families.
Expands the DCYF powers by overseeing and administer comprehensive behavioral health services for children with serious emotional disturbances and children with developmental or functional disabilities.