§ 49-5-240. Through 49-5-244
Reserved. Redesignated by Ga. L. 2004, p. 645, § 15, effective October 1, 2004. Editor’s notes. Ga. L. 2004, p. 645, § 15, effective October 1, 2004, redesignated former Code Sections 49-5-240 through 49-5-244 as present Code Sections 20-1A-60 through 20-1A-64, respectively.
§ 49-5-270. Short Title
This article shall be known and may be cited as the “PeachCare for Kids Act.” History. Code 1981, § 49-5-270 , enacted by Ga. L. 1998, p. 623, § 1.
§ 49-5-271. Legislative Findings
The General Assembly finds and declares that a large proportion of school-aged children in Georgia do not currently have access to adequate medical treatment and, further, that this lack of access can hinder a child’s ability to reach his or her full physical and educational potential. The General Assembly further finds that federal funding made […]
§ 49-5-272. Definitions
As used in this article, the term: “Board” means the Board of Community Health. “Department” means the Department of Community Health. “Federal law” means Title XXI of the federal Social Security Act. “Medicaid” means medical assistance provided under Article 7 of Chapter 4 of this title, the “Georgia Medical Assistance Act of 1977.” “PeachCare” or […]
§ 49-5-273. Creation of Peachcare; Availability; Eligibility; Payment of Premiums; Enrollment; Authorization to Obtain Income Eligibility Verification From the Department of Revenue
There is created the PeachCare for Kids Program to provide health care benefits for children in families with income below 235 percent of the federal poverty level. Children from birth through 18 years of age in families with family incomes below 235 percent of the federal poverty level and who are not eligible for medical […]
§ 49-5-280. Short Title
This article shall be known and may be cited as the “Foster Parents Bill of Rights.” History. Code 1981, § 49-5-280 , enacted by Ga. L. 2004, p. 157, § 1.
§ 49-5-163. Display of Registration; Inspection of Facilities; Investigation
A registered organization shall prominently display its registration at some location near the entrance of the premises of such organization that is open to view by the public. The department shall be given the right to periodically inspect the facilities of registered organizations. The department shall have right of entrance, privilege of inspection, and right […]
§ 49-5-281. Bill of Rights for Foster Parents; Filing of Grievance in Event of Violations
The General Assembly finds that foster parents providing care for children who are in the custody of the Department of Human Services play an integral, indispensable, and vital role in the state’s effort to care for dependent children displaced from their homes. The General Assembly further finds that it is in the best interest of […]
§ 49-5-164. Registered Organization Not Exempt
Nothing in this article shall be construed to exempt a registered organization from the requirements of Code Section 49-5-12 for minors who are present with a service provider longer than 72 hours after the minor has accepted services. History. Code 1981, § 49-5-164 , enacted by Ga. L. 2011, p. 470, § 4/SB 94.
§ 49-5-220. Legislative Findings and Intent; State Plan for the Coordinated System of Care for Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children or Adolescents
The General Assembly declares its intention and desire to: Ensure a comprehensive mental health program consisting of early identification, prevention, and early intervention for every child in Georgia; Preserve the sanctity of the family unit; Prevent the unnecessary removal of children and adolescents with a severe emotional disturbance from their homes; Prevent the unnecessary placement […]