MESSAGES FROM THE GOVERNOR
House Bill No. 2311
An Act concerning children and minors; relating to the secretary for children and families; prohibiting the secretary from adopting and enforcing policies for placement, custody or appointment of a custodian that may conflict with sincerely held religious or moral beliefs regarding sexual orientation or gender identity; creating a right of action for violations against the secretary for children and families.
Message to the Legislature of the State of 麻豆影院:
The top priority of the 麻豆影院 Department for Children and Families should be adhering to the 鈥渂est interest of the child鈥 standard. Legislation like this detracts from this standard and stands in the way of best serving those in the child welfare system.
Children in need of care already face unique and complex challenges. I will not sign legislation that could further complicate their lives.
I also have concerns that this bill could expose the state to frivolous lawsuits and hinder the agency by taking time and resources away from critical services.
Therefore, under Article 2, Section 14(a) of the Constitution, I hereby veto House Bill 2311.
Laura Kelly, Governor
Dated April 3, 2025.
