Idaho Bills

Amends existing law to provide for additional training requirements for foster parents.

The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that foster parent applicants complete a defined set of pre-licensure training requirements prior to receiving a foster care license. While training is currently offered by the Department of Health and Welfare, this act places those expectations in statute by identifying required training topics, establishing a maximum of ten hours of pre-licensure training, an requiring a basic assessment to confirm completion. By codifying these requirements, the legislature provides clarity and uniformity in foster parent licensure standards and ensures that all licensed foster parents have completed foundational training relevant to the care and safety of children placed in foster care.