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Public Policy Resources

FFTA Papers

Observations on Performance-based Contracting in Foster Care from the Provider's Point of View

Treatment Foster Care: A Cost-effective Strategy for Treatment of Children with Emotional/Behavioral or Medical Needs
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Levels of Care and Treatment Foster Care

Performance-based Contracting: The Basics

Conference Presentations

Katie A. v. Bonta - FFTA 2006 Conference Presentation by Alison Barkoff

Child Welfare Financing Trends - FFTA 2006 Conference Presentation by Rob Geen

Child Welfare Financing Reform - FFTA 2006 Conference Presentation by Rutledge Hutson

Reports of Interest

Report of The Pew Commission on Children in Foster Care

Report of the President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health
In addition to the full commission report, presentations to the commission are included in this site, which may be useful references in advocacy efforts.

GAO Report
Improved Federal Oversight Could Assist States in Overcoming Key Challenges


Preparing for Legislative Hearings

Testifying Before the Legislature - Procedures and tips for the public

Organizing and Educating for the Legislative Session

Statement to the President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health 


 
A Look at Other Policy Issues

 CFSR Outcome Goals - How will ASFA outcomes drive foster care practice? – Presentation at FFTA’s 2004 Public Policy Institute (Power Point Presentation)

Children's Bureau - Child and Family Service Reviews 

Privatization of Child Welfare Services: Challenges and Successes-Children's Rights

Information on HIPAA Compliance from the FFTA

Key Provisions on Transition from IDEA 1997 to IDEIA 2004

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