Which act revised a previous law, pushing for permanency planning, and reducing the amount of time for placement from 18 to 12 months?
A) Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997
B) Multi- ethnic Placement Act of 1994
C) Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980
D) Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978

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The Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 revised the previous law and established the goal of permanency planning for children in foster care, as well as reducing the amount of time for placement from 18 to 12 months. Additionally, it provided funding for adoption incentives and requirements for states to have a plan in place for children aging out of foster care.

Which Act Revised a Previous Law, Pushing for Permanency Planning