74.13.010 Declaration of purpose.

WA Rev Code § 74.13.010 (2019) (N/A)
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RCW 74.13.010 Declaration of purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to safeguard, protect, and contribute to the welfare of the children of the state, through a comprehensive and coordinated program of child welfare services provided by both the department and agencies providing for: Social services and facilities for children who require guidance, care, control, protection, treatment, or rehabilitation; setting of standards for social services and facilities for children; cooperation with public and voluntary agencies, organizations, and citizen groups in the development and coordination of programs and activities in behalf of children; and promotion of community conditions and resources that help parents to discharge their responsibilities for the care, development, and well-being of their children.

[ 2018 c 284 § 34; 2009 c 520 § 49; 1965 c 30 § 2.]