(1) The Department of Human Services, in collaboration with county representatives, prior to January 1, 2000, shall develop a plan for the administration of the statewide gambling addiction programs and delivery of program services.
(2) The Department of Human Services may appoint an advisory committee or designate an existing advisory committee to make recommendations to the department concerning:
(a) Performance standards and evaluation methodology;
(b) Fiscal reporting and accountability;
(c) Delivery of services; and
(d) A distribution plan for use of available funds.
(3) The distribution plan for the moneys available in the Problem Gambling Treatment Fund shall be based on performance standards.
(4) The Department of Human Services may enter into an intergovernmental agreement or other contract for the delivery of services related to programs for the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction and other emotional and behavioral problems related to gambling.
(5) Before entering into an agreement or contract under subsection (4) of this section, the Department of Human Services must consider the experience, performance and program capacity of those organizations currently providing services. [1999 c.985 §3]
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