1. (1) As used in this section:

   1. (a) "Custody" means the same as that term is defined in Section 80-2-102.
   2. (b) "Relative" means the same as that term is defined in Section 80-3-102.
   3. (c) "Temporary custody" means the same as that term is defined in Section 80-2-102.

2. (2)

   1. (a) In accordance with state and federal law, the division shall provide for licensure of a child's relative for foster or substitute care, when the child is in the temporary custody or custody of the Division of Child and Family Services.
   2. (b) If it is determined that, under federal law, allowance is made for an approval process requiring less than full foster parent licensure proceedings for a child's relative, the division shall establish an approval process to accomplish that purpose.

Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 305, 2023 General Session