Olivia Y. V. Phil Bryan 3rd Remedial Order

On December 19, 2016, the U.S. District Court for the southern district of Mississippi northern division released this third remedial order regarding Olivia Y. v. Phil Bryan, alleging that Mississippi’s foster care system was failing to adequately protect children in its custody and provide necessary services in violation of their federal constitutional rights. The remedial order— based on the recommendations of Public Catalyst, provisions of the December 22, 2015 Interim Remedial Order, and the May 19, 2016 Stipulated Second Remedial Order—creates clear, obtainable objectives and enhances the ability of the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS . . .