6006.1 A resource parent shall ensure that all vehicles used to transport foster children are maintained in a safe condition and in compliance with all applicable motor vehicle laws.

6006.2 A resource parent shall provide and use child restraint seats or seat belts, as appropriate to the foster child's age, in all vehicles.

6006.3 Any vehicle in which a foster child may be a passenger or driver shall have comprehensive liability and personal injury insurance that provides coverage in the event of personal or property injury arising from the operation of the vehicle.

6006.4 A resource parent shall allow a foster child to be transported only by responsible persons who possess valid driver's licenses.

6006.5 A resource parent shall prohibit smoking in a vehicle used to transport a foster child.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 48 DCR 6617 (July 27, 2001); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 002859 (March 15, 2024).