Jonathan Brizendine and Melissa Brizendine v. Department of Human Services of the State of Arkansas; the Child…

Summary

The court affirmed dismissal of the Brizendines’ claims for declaratory and injunctive relief because their complaint did not plead sufficient facts to show that the State appellees acted illegally, unconstitutionally, or ultra vires. The allegations that their foster-parent application was denied because of their religious beliefs or medical-marijuana use were speculative and conclusory, and the complaint alleged no facts showing involvement by the Governor or the Child Welfare Agency Review Board.