District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 4-1303.82. Statements of Rights and Responsibilities for Foster Parents.

(1) Incorporate existing rights and responsibilities for foster parents provided by local law, federal law, local regulations, agency administrative issuances, and other policy documents; and

(2) Establish a Statements of Rights and Responsibilities for Foster Parents.

(1) A printed copy of the Statements of Rights and Responsibilities for Foster Parents in readily understandable language and in accordance with § 2-1933;

(2) An explanation of a foster parent's right to be informed of decisions made by the Agency that impact the foster parent, while ensuring the best interests and confidentiality of youth and families;

(3) An explanation of a foster parent's right to report violations of the foster parent's rights to the Agency without fear of retaliation;

(4) An explanation of the process for reporting violations of a foster parent's rights to the Agency;

(5) An explanation of the process for reporting complaints related to the Agency's provision of services and supports; and

(6) An explanation of the process by which reports of violations of a foster parent's rights and complaints related to the Agency's provision of services and supports are resolved, within reasonable efforts.