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Child Protection Services Overhaul: The 2026 Shift Toward Algorithmic Oversight and Structural Reform

"As of September 14, 2026, Child Protection Services (CPS) agencies nationwide are undergoing a seismic shift in operational doctrine. Following the passage of the Federal Child Welfare Modernization Act, jurisdictions across the U.S. have begun a mandated transition from reactive, human-only case management to an "Augmented Decision Support" model. This transition marks the most significant change to social work policy in two decades, effectively integrating AI-driven risk assessment tools into the frontline screening process for all incoming abuse and neglect reports. Feature Current 2026 Status Primary Driver Federal Child Welfare Moderniza..."

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