HB 46 - Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act - New Mexico Key Vote

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Title: Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act

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Title: Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act to authorize child welfare programs and commissions.

Highlights:

  • Defines the act as the "Family Representation and Advocacy Act" (Sec. 1).

  • Establishes the Office of Family Representation and Advocacy, which shall work with children, youth, and families to leverage federal funding, as well as appoint legal representation for eligible adults under the Fostering Connections Act (Sec. 3).

  • Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Commission, which shall consist of 13 members (Sec. 6).

  • Specifies the qualifications for members of the Family Representation and Advocacy Commission (Sec. 7).

  • Specifies the duties and responsibilities of the Family Representation and Advocacy Commission (Sec. 9).

Title: Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act

Title: Establishes the Family Representation and Advocacy Act

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