2009 Senate Bill 259

Require certain child death reports and procedures

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 18, 2009

Introduced by Sen. Randy Richardville (R-17)

To authorize the establishment of a legislative child fatality investigator appointed by the legislative council, who would identify specific causes and systemic problems that contribute to the mortality of children in foster care.

Referred to the Committee on Families and Human Services

March 12, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

March 18, 2009

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

March 19, 2009

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

March 19, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Families and Childrens Services