52-2-101. Definitions. As used in this part, the following definitions apply:

Terms Used In Montana Code 52-2-101

  • Child welfare services: means the establishing, extending, and strengthening of child welfare services, especially in predominantly rural areas, for the protection and care of abused or neglected children. See Montana Code 52-2-101
  • Department: means the department of public health and human services provided for in 2-15-2201. See Montana Code 52-2-101

(1)”Child welfare services” means the establishing, extending, and strengthening of child welfare services, especially in predominantly rural areas, for the protection and care of abused or neglected children.

(2)”Department” means the department of public health and human services provided for in 2-15-2201.