§ 5–539
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-539 (2026)
Title 5. Children
Subtitle 5. Child Care; Foster Care
§ 5–539LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The State Board may adopt policies and procedures that:
(1)
relate to the functions of the local boards; and
(2)
are consistent with the goals set forth in § 5–544 of this subtitle.
(b)
The State Board shall:
(1)
provide a training program for members of the local boards and local citizens review panels;
(2)
review and coordinate the activities of the local boards;
(3)
adopt policies and procedures that relate to reports and any other information that is required for any public or private agency or institution;
(4)
make recommendations to the Secretary of Human Services and the General Assembly regarding:
(i)
the response of the State to child abuse and neglect; and
(ii)
out–of–home care policies, procedures, and practices; and
(5)
report to the Secretary of Human Services and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the first day of each year on the status of children in out–of–home placement in this State.