DCS; training; child placement; management

Also relevant to:Adoptive or foster parent

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This bill makes several changes related to child welfare in Arizona. It allows the auditor general to review the Department of Child Safety's data and processes more thoroughly. It also modifies rules for licensing foster homes, including requirements for fingerprinting and training, and clarifies procedures for placing children with relatives or people who have a significant relationship with them. Additionally, it updates requirements for child safety workers, such as fingerprint clearance and training.

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