254A.171 INTERVENTION AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM.
Within the limit of money available, the commissioner shall fund voluntary outreach
programs targeted at women who deliver children affected by prenatal alcohol or drug use. The
programs shall help women obtain treatment, stay in recovery, and plan any future pregnancies.
An advocate shall be assigned to each woman in the program to provide guidance and advice with
respect to treatment programs, child safety and parenting, housing, family planning, and any other
personal issues that are barriers to remaining free of chemical dependency.
History: 2007 c 147 art 4 s 2