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HB25-1204

Colorado Indian Child Welfare Act

Concerning the codification of the federal "Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978" as the "Colorado Indian Child Welfare Act".
Session:
2025 Regular Session
Subjects:
Children & Domestic Matters
Human Services
Bill Summary

The bill codifies the federal "Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978" into state law as the "Colorado Indian Child Welfare Act" (CO-ICWA) and provides additional protections for Indian children and children known to be Indian children under state law.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Under Consideration

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Prime Sponsor

Rep. M. Duran, Rep. J. Joseph

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