AB 460
Revises provisions relating to child welfare. (BDR 13-1060)
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Bill overview
This bill makes changes to Nevada’s laws regarding child welfare, primarily focusing on how guardians are nominated for minors. It creates a standardized form for parents or guardians to request a guardian nomination, which can be filed in the Nevada Lockbox. The bill removes fees for registering documents in the Lockbox and establishes a presumption that temporary guardianship is in the best interest of a minor if no parent has had custody in the preceding six months, particularly during federal immigration-related separations. It also clarifies that a nominated guardian must obtain court appointment before exercising their powers.
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