When a specific out-of-state placement facility is being considered by the department at the time a child is referred for approval for interstate placement, information known and available about the facility shall be submitted by the facility to the department. This information shall contain:

1. (1) Evidence that the facility is licensed by the resident state; and

2. (2) A statement as to the possible existence of a prior negotiated contract with the department or a child-placing agency.

   Any additional information available shall likewise be submitted to the department.

Source: SL 1975, ch 16, § 1; 7 SDR 66, 7 SDR 89, effective July 1, 1981.

General Authority: SDCL 26-13-1 (Art. VII).

Law Implemented: SDCL 26-13-1 (Art. III).