This letter transmits revisions to JFS 01410-I "Comprehensive Assessment Planning Model - I.S. Case Plan Instructions" and JFS 01412-I "Comprehensive Assessment Planning Model - I.S. Semiannual Administrative Review Instructions" as a result of P.L. 109-239, the Safe and Timely Interstate Placement of Foster Children Act of 2006.

These changes support the implementation of rule 5101:2-42-65 of the Ohio Administrative Code.

An explanation of the instruction revisions appear below:

JFS01410-I entitled Comprehensive Assessment Planning Model - I.S. Case Plan Instructions is being modified to reflect that a visit every 6 months is required for out-of-state placements. Previously, out-of-state placement visits were required annually. This revision is located in Section 5, number 6, of the JFS01410-I. Additional language was included to clarify the completion expectations of the visitation plan contained within the case plan and the times in which circumstances regarding removing a child from their home, appropriateness of placement, documentation of exceptions to filing a motion for permanent custody, and documentation of efforts for permanency sections are not required.

JFS01412-I entitled Comprehensive Assessment Planning Model - I.S. Semiannual Administrative Review Instructions is being modified to reflect that a visit every 6 months is required for out-of-state placements. Previously, out-of-state placement visits were required annually. This revision is located in Section 2(B) of the JFS01412-I. Additional language was included to clarify the signature on the case plan for in-home supportive services cases is by the parent, the determination of the number of placement moves during the review period for non-agency custody cases.

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