An Act to amend 15.205 (4) (intro.), 20.433 (intro.) and (1) (g), 48.651 (1d) (a), 48.67 (1m) (intro.), 48.982 (title), 48.982 (1) (b) and 253.15 (1) (a) of the statutes; Relating to: the name of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (FE)
Impact
If enacted, AB1000 will officially rebrand the existing Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. The amendments ensure that the board, now known as the Strengthening Families Board, will still retain its functions of awarding grants and administering projects aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect. The bill retains several statutory powers embedded in the current law while promoting a renewed emphasis on the importance of family support mechanisms in preventing child maltreatment, thereby aligning legislation with current social service practices.
Summary
Assembly Bill 1000 proposes an amendment to change the name of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board to the Strengthening Families Board. This change aims to enhance the board's identity and possibly its mission, reflecting a broader focus on family stability and well-being, beyond solely child abuse and neglect. The bill outlines requirements for the board, indicating that it will continue to oversee activities related to preventing child abuse, allocating grants for preventive programs, and managing statewide initiatives supporting at-risk families.
Contention
While the language of the bill appears straightforward and focused on rebranding, there may be underlying concerns among stakeholders regarding the efficacy of the board's existing measures and whether a name change will lead to substantial changes in practice. Advocacy groups may express differing views on whether merely renaming the board sufficiently addresses the challenges in child protection and family support systems, thus highlighting the ongoing debates about resource allocation and program effectiveness in child welfare.
Crossfiled
An Act to amend 15.205 (4) (intro.), 20.433 (intro.) and (1) (g), 48.651 (1d) (a), 48.67 (1m) (intro.), 48.982 (title), 48.982 (1) (b) and 253.15 (1) (a) of the statutes; Relating to: the name of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (FE)
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Urging This Body To Introduce And Pass Legislation To Establish Strict Liability For Individuals Who Keep, Harbor, Or Feed Certain Animals In A Manner That Results In Damage To Property.
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