Is Capta a Policy

CAPTA is an important part of the federal child welfare policy continuum. It provides a framework and resources for states and tribes in their response to child abuse and neglect as well as critical resources to communities to strengthen families and promote child and family well-being.

Is CAPTA a law?

The key Federal legislation addressing child abuse and neglect is the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), originally enacted on January 31, 1974 (P.L. 93-247). This act has been amended several times and was last reauthorized on December 20, 2010, by the CAPTA Reauthorization Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-320).

What is CAPTA funding?

CAPTA provides Federal funding to States in support of prevention, assessment, investigation, prosecution, and treatment activities and also provides grants to public agencies and nonprofit organizations, including Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations, for demonstration programs and projects.

Sarah Jenkins

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