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Lawmakers urge DCFS to revive expired psychiatric care contract for foster kids

States Newsroom · October 28, 2026

Mental healthcare for Louisiana’s foster children in crisis faces an uncertain future after the state’s child welfare agency could not reach terms to renew a contract that’s been in place for more than 30 years. In response, state lawmakers have pleaded with the leader of the Department of Children and Family Services…

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Lawmakers urge DCFS to revive expired psychiatric care contract for foster kids

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