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Montana Title 52. Family Services § 52-1-101. Purpose

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

It is the public policy of the legislature to reduce duplication and fragmentation of services to youth, families, and senior citizens by creating a department that shall develop and maintain consolidated programs and services, except youth correctional services, within available resources, and a planned continuum of services to:

(1) provide protective services to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of children and adults who are in danger of abuse, neglect, or exploitation within communities; and

(2) provide supportive services to enable senior citizens to maintain their independence.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 52. Family Services § 52-1-101. Purpose - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-52-family-services/mt-st-52-1-101/

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