SB 5674-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Creates a screening and assessment program for children who may be affected by fetal alcohol syndrome.

     Directs each county to create a fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol syndrome task force.

     Devises programs for in-service training for public school certificated and classified personnel on how to effectively teach children who have fetal alcohol syndrome or fetal alcohol effect.

     Expands education and treatment procedures for women at risk of giving birth to children with fetal alcohol syndrome.

     Requires liquor stores to display information regarding the hazards and possible adverse effects of alcohol consumption.

     Requires the department of health to establish a screening and assessment pilot project in one county.