Sec. 3. (a) The state department, with the assistance of the department of child services shall establish a program focusing on awareness and prevention of childhood hazards.

     (b) If a program is established under subsection (a), the state department or the department of child services may contract with a statewide nonprofit organization with experience and knowledge in childhood hazards to implement all or part of the program.

As added by P.L.51-1998, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.101-1999, SEC.3; P.L.145-2006, SEC.143.

Terms Used In Indiana Code 16-41-40-3

  • childhood hazards: means the following preventable causes of death to children:

    Indiana Code 16-41-40-1.5

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.