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B26-0409

06/11/2026, Washington D.C., Legislation, Abuse/Neglect/Dependency - Accused Parents , Termination of Parental Rights (State) - Birth Parents

B26-0409: At interviews with the child’s caretaker, the agency must inform them of their right to counsel under Sec. 16-2304(b)(1)

Bill Status: Enacted

Last action (on 06/11/2026): Law Number L26-0133 Effective from Jun 11, 2026

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The NCCRC works to advance the right to counsel for low-income people in civil cases involving basic human needs, such as housing, health, domestic violence, civil incarceration, and child custody.

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