In re Hailey ZZ.

Pigott, J. (dissenting).

There is no support in the record for the finding that the Department of Social Services made “diligent efforts to encourage and strengthen the parental relationship” in this case, as required by Social Services Law § 384-b (7) (a). Moreover, I agree with Appellate Division precedent holding that the hearing court has the discretionary authority to order posttermination visitation with a parent whose rights have been terminated under Social Services Law § 384-b. Accordingly, I dissent.

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