This section of Pennsylvania law outlines provisions for child protective services, including the development of county plans, purchasing services from other agencies, and amendments to these laws over time. It emphasizes the responsibilities of county agencies to include protective services in their annual plans and allows them to collaborate with public or private agencies to fulfill their duties.
County agencies must include protective services in their annual plans and have the authority to purchase services from public or private agencies to support child welfare.
Yes, county agencies are permitted to purchase and utilize services from appropriate public or private agencies based on their protective services plan.
Yes, amendments in 2008, 2013, and 2002 have updated various subsections, enhancing the framework for protective services and agency collaboration.
Most provisions, including amendments, became effective on July 1, 1995, following the 1994 amendments.