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Washington Supreme Court Strengthens ICWA Standards for Foster Care
The Washington Supreme Court issued an en banc ruling clarifying that child welfare agencies must prove 'active efforts' were made to prevent family separation before placing Indian children in involuntary foster care. The August 28, 2025 decision strengthens protections under both federal and state Indian Child Welfare Acts.
•Washington Supreme Court issued en banc ruling clarifying 'active efforts' requirements under ICWA and WICWA
•Courts must determine that active efforts were made to prevent family separation before dependency orders
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