6023. CONFIDENTIALITY

6023 CONFIDENTIALITY 6023.1 A resource parent shall maintain the confidentiality of all information about a foster child and the foster child's family. A resource parent may transmit information about a foster child or the foster child's family only in accordance with District law: (a) To CFSA and its representatives; (b) To the agency and its representatives; (c) The foster child's parent pursuant to § 6002.2(c); (d) To the foster child's attorney; (e) To the foster child's guardian ad litem; (f) To the parent's attorney; (g) As authorized by CFSA or the agency in order to provide services to the foster child and in accordance with § 6023; (h) As necessary for the provision of medical, mental health, or educational services; and (i) In accordance with a court order. 6023.2 A resource parent may not disclose confidential information about a foster child or the foster child’s family on social media. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 48 DCR 6617 (July 27, 2001); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 002859 (March 15, 2024). District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Public Welfare 29 DCMR § 6023