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When it comes to taking kids from their homes, Hawaii is an outlier among Western states. Child Welfare Services rarely gets a judge’s approval to do so if workers suspect abuse or neglect.
But Hawaii’s legal process for taking children from their parents could significantly change under a pair of bills headed for critical votes. These bills would ensure a judge has eyes on these decisions more often.
Investigations Editor John Hill explains why Hawaii’s child welfare system is overloaded and why these bills could make a difference: civilbeat.org/2024/03/john-hill-hawaii-may-finally-move-in-the-right-direction-on-parental-rights-in-child-welfare-cases
When it comes to taking kids from their homes, Hawaii is an outlier among Western states. Child Welfare Services rarely gets a judge’s approval to do so if workers suspect abuse or neglect.
But Hawaii’s legal process for taking children from their parents could significantly change under a pair of bills headed for critical votes. These bills would ensure a judge has eyes on these decisions more often.
Investigations Editor John Hill explains why Hawaii’s child welfare system is overloaded and why these bills could make a difference: civilbeat.org/2024/03/john-hill-hawaii-may-finally-move-in-the-right-direction-on-parental-rights-in-child-welfare-cases
