Welf. & Inst. Code, § 16121.41 · Chapter 2.1. Aid for Adoption of Children
Welf. & Inst. Code, § 16121.41
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The department shall develop curriculum for optional use by counties to inform and educate adoptive families, prior to adoption finalization. The department shall consult with county placing agencies and community partners in the development of this curriculum. The curriculum shall include, at a minimum, education on maintaining Adoption Assistance Program benefits, adolescent development and trauma, the importance of maintaining Medi-Cal, the benefits of using adoption-competent clinicians, and how to secure trauma-informed services. This curriculum shall be developed and distributed to counties no later than January 1, 2028.
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History
Added by Stats. 2026, Ch. 26, Sec. 30. (AB 152) Effective June 29, 2026.
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