LICENSING – Amends existing law to provide for additional training requirements for foster parents.

This bill requires new foster parent applicants in Idaho to complete specific training before licensure, covering topics like trauma-informed care, behavior management, court processes, and child safety. It limits the total training time to 10 hours and mandates ongoing training for current foster parents on areas such as trauma impact, behavior management, first aid, and gun safety in homes. The law applies directly to foster parent applicants and existing foster parents, replacing previous training requirements. It will take effect on July 1, 2026, after passing unanimously in the Idaho Senate.