What does CAPTA provide for?

What does CAPTA provide for?
Some of the things the law provides for include the following:
• investigation of CPS reports
• prosecution of child abuse
• child abuse prevention activities
• training for CPS workers

How does CAPTA affect families?
Some of the ways that this law affects families include the following:
• The law allows parents to appeal a finding of abuse and neglect.
• The law states that abandoning an infant can be grounds for permanently
terminating a parents’ rights.
• The law requires health care providers to notify CPS of all newborn infants who
are affected by illegal substance abuse or who have withdrawal symptoms that
resulted from prenatal drug exposure.
• The law encourages states to ensure that children and families who speak limited
English receive materials and services in their own language.
• The law encourages states to develop more prevention services, such as parent
education, respite care, voluntary home visiting, and family support programs.