1. Duties. A child abuse and neglect prevention council shall review existing data to assess and monitor the extent and causes of child abuse and neglect in its county and carry out the following activities:
A. Coordinate services, utilizing community, state and federal resources to ensure that direct services are being provided to children and families, including education and support services; [PL 2009, c. 204, §5 (AMD).]
B. Provide training to professionals who work directly with children and families; and [PL 2009, c. 204, §5 (AMD).]
C. Provide education and awareness concerning child abuse and neglect and its prevention. [PL 1993, c. 142, §3 (NEW).]

[PL 2009, c. 204, §5 (AMD).]

SECTION HISTORY

PL 1993, c. 142, §3 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 204, §5 (AMD).

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Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 22 Sec. 3872-A

  • Child abuse and neglect prevention council: means a community organization that provides continuous year-round service as a county's primary organization that serves to encourage and coordinate community efforts to prevent child abuse from occurring. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 22 Sec. 3872