Court Kids' Corner: Extending Forms to Fix Family Feuds Faster
Published Date: 9/9/2025
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The Administration for Children and Families wants to keep using the State Court Improvement Program’s plan and self-check forms for three more years. They made small updates to match new laws and help with support. This keeps the program running smoothly and on track with Congress’s rules, affecting state courts and their work with kids and families.
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