Md. Code, Human Services § 9-220
This is the official text of Md. Code, Human Services § 9-220, part of Maryland’s Code, Human Services — governs state social service programs.
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§9–220.
Official statutory text
The Department shall have a unit for research and development that shall:
(1) compile accurate statistics and reliable information on all aspects of the juvenile program of the State;
(2) monitor current developments in the field of juvenile services;
(3) assess existing programs and activities, including youth services bureaus;
(4) help develop new or improved means, including greater utilization of youth services bureaus under § 9-233 of this subtitle, to prevent juvenile offenses and control and treat juvenile offenders;
(5) if necessary, initiate studies to help the Secretary in general planning and program development for the Department; and
(6) for these and related purposes, use research and information available from all sources.
(1) compile accurate statistics and reliable information on all aspects of the juvenile program of the State;
(2) monitor current developments in the field of juvenile services;
(3) assess existing programs and activities, including youth services bureaus;
(4) help develop new or improved means, including greater utilization of youth services bureaus under § 9-233 of this subtitle, to prevent juvenile offenses and control and treat juvenile offenders;
(5) if necessary, initiate studies to help the Secretary in general planning and program development for the Department; and
(6) for these and related purposes, use research and information available from all sources.
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