This letter transmits one amended rule surrounding substitute care updates as a result of the five year review. This rule will be effective September 1, 2014.

The following is a brief explanation of the changes:

OAC rule 5101:2-42-68, entitled "Necessity for continued substitute care placement: court reviews and hearing requirements" sets forth requirements for agencies regarding continued substitute care placements and the frequency of assessing the continuation of placement. Paragraph (A) was amended to correct the revision date referenced regarding the JFS 01413 form. Paragraph (F) was amended to clarify a rule reference. Paragraph (G) was removed to eliminate duplication from requirements in OAC rule 5101:2-38-05.

INSTRUCTIONS: The following chart identifies the material that should be removed from the Family, Children and Adult Services Manual (FCASM) and the material that should be added.