In re S.H.

OPINION BY PANELEA, J.:

In a matter of first impression, and one which we are told has significant statewide ramifications, we must decide whether an order for Permanent Legal’Custody entered pursuant to the Juvenile Act prohib1 its a parent from later seeking primary custody. This question necessitates review of issues surrounding the interpretation of key provisions of the Juvenile Act; the best interests of children; the historic and statutory right of parents to enjoy the companionship and custody of their children; and correlation of the permanency policies set forth in the federal…