Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 43 State Government -- Executive - Section 43.06A.010 Office created -- Purpose

§ 43.06A.010. Office created -- Purpose

There is hereby created an office of the family and children's ombudsman within the office of the governor for the purpose of promoting public awareness and understanding of family and children services, identifying system issues and responses for the governor and the legislature to act upon, and monitoring and ensuring compliance with administrative acts, relevant statutes, rules, and policies pertaining to family and children's services and the placement, supervision, and treatment of children in the state's care or in state-licensed facilities or residences. The ombudsman shall report directly to the governor and shall exercise his or her powers and duties independently of the secretary.

[1996 c 131 § 2.]

Notes:
     Effective date -- 1996 c 131 § § 1-3: See note following RCW 44.04.220.

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