Public Hearing on Juvenile Justice Reforms
On Monday, May 23, 2022, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on Juvenile Justice Reforms. You can see the full hearing and testimony here. The agenda was as follows: …
On Monday, May 23, 2022, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on Juvenile Justice Reforms. You can see the full hearing and testimony here. The agenda was as follows: …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2022 Senators Push Bi-Partisan Juvenile Justice Reforms (HARRISBURG) – Legislation to strengthen Pennsylvania’s juvenile justice system is set for action according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), Senator Steve …
The Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) has released Bulletin 3490-21-03, entitled “Changes to the Child Protective Services Law, 23 Pa.C.S. § 6344, as it pertains to Clearances.” This …
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) initiative announced a current grant opportunity. These grants are being offered in partnership with the Pennsylvania Commission …
PROFESSIONAL AWARDS The Juvenile Court Judges’ Commission and the PA Council of Chief Juvenile Probation Officers are pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the following 2022 …
Friday, May 13, 2022 – Emily Scott Advocates for juvenile-justice and child-welfare providers in Pennsylvania want the General Assembly to approve one-time funding to boost staff recruitment and retention to …
The Pennsylvania Secure Detention Analysis: Impact of Facility Closures on Accessibility of Services is a report from the Juvenile Court Judges Commission released in December 2021. Key Takeaways from the …
The Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) has released Policy Clarification #3490-22-02. This Policy Clarification addresses questions related to 55, PA C.S., Chapter 3490 (Protective Services), Section 3490.232(a) (relating …
Please see the attached informational memo regarding maintaining confidentiality when sharing information about students in foster care with schools. Also see the attached Identification of Students in Foster Care to …
Homeless Prevention and Emergency SheltersDue Date: 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, May 13, 2022 The Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) and the City of Pittsburgh, Office of …