B26-0399

03/26/2026, Washington D.C., Legislation, Abuse/Neglect/Dependency - Children

B26-0399: A youth with a pending neglect case under Section 4-1321.01 may file a motion to establish a support family. If the youth’s guardian ad litem doesn’t support the support family agreement as being in the best interest of the youth, the court shall appoint a stated interest attorney to assist the youth with the support family proceeding. And the GAL shall continue to represent the best interest of the youth.

Bill Status: Active

Last action (on 03/26/2026): Notice of Mark-up filed in the Office of Secretary