Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 18-309 - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome public awareness campaign(a)(1) To the extent that funds are available for this purpose, the Secretary, in collaboration with other State agencies, shall establish and promote a statewide public information, awareness, and education campaign on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other effects of prenatal alcohol exposure.(2) The campaign shall: (i) Reach out to the general public and specific populations determined to be at high risk for contracting Fetal Alcohol Syndrome;(ii) Disseminate the information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome through written materials, television, radio, posters, or any other medium the Secretary considers appropriate and effective for conveying the information;(iii) Distribute informational materials free of charge to prenatal clinics and to establishments that serve alcoholic beverages; and(iv) Include any other matter that the Secretary considers appropriate.(b) To carry out this section, the Secretary:(1) On request, shall receive aid or information from any agency of this State, or from a political subdivision;(2) May request the services of interested advocacy groups; and(3) May contract for any necessary services.