Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 413 - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, CHILD WELFARE PROGRAMS
Division 70 - SUBSTITUTE CARE
Section 413-070-0020 - Denial of Opportunity to Be an Adoptive or Foster Parent Based on Race, Color, or National Origin Prohibited

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 413-070-0020

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 3, March 1, 2024

(1) Except as provided in section (2) of this rule, the Department and entity may not deny to any individual the opportunity to become an adoptive or foster parent on the basis of the race, color, or national origin of the individual or the child involved, nor may the Department and entity use race, color, or national origin to screen or assess prospective foster or adoptive applicants.

(2) The Department and entity may consider the willingness and ability of the prospective foster or adoptive parent to care for a child of a different race, color, or national origin as a factor when placing a child.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 418.005

Stats. Implemented: ORS 418.005

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