Section 400.12802. Program statement.

An agency shall have and follow a current written program statement that includes all of the following information:

(1)   Placement programs, by country.

(2)   Eligibility requirements for adoptive parents established by the agency and the specific countries.

(3)    Services available, either directly or indirectly, both before adoption and after adoption.

(4)   Procedures for completing adoptive evaluations.

(5)   A clear delineation of fees, charges, or other consideration or thing of value for adoption services. Differences in fees for different countries shall be clearly stated.

(6)   If the agency has written contracts or agreements with individuals in the foreign country or entity, the responsibilities of the agency and the responsibilities of the contractor shall be clearly identified.

(7)    The regulations issued by the United States federal government regarding the procedures for United States citizens adopting from a particular country or entity and the regulations issued by that country or entity for adoptions by foreigners shall be kept on file at the agency.

(8)   If an agreement exists between a foreign government or entity and an agency, an English language translation of verified written agreements with the foreign government shall be on file at the agency and available for review. The agreement shall conform to the laws and regulations of the United States, this state, and the foreign country.

(9)   An agency shall provide the statement to all persons making inquiry about the agency’s services at the time of inquiry.

History: 2014 AACS.