Oregon Code § 412.109·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Policy
on absent parent.
(1) The Legislative Assembly declares that the policy of this state is that, to
the extent consistent with federal law, the temporary assistance for needy
families program policy and practice shall recognize that an absent parent is
often an important influence in the life of a child.
(2) Program
policy and practice:
(a) Shall
recognize that regular, frequent visits with absent parents are often in the
best interests of needy children;
(b) Shall not
interfere with the continuing relationship of absent parents with their
children, whether the parents are temporarily or permanently out of the homes
of their children; and
(c) Shall not
restrict parents in adopting plans that they consider to be in the best
interests of their children. [Formerly 418.147]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 412.109
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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