The bill amends the existing law regarding the establishment and operation of the state child abuse and neglect prevention board, renaming it to the "children trust Michigan board." It outlines the board's powers and duties, emphasizing its autonomy within the Department of Health and Human Services while still requiring certain management functions to be performed by the department's director. The bill specifies the composition of the board, which includes various state officials and eleven public members appointed by the governor, ensuring representation from diverse community sectors. Additionally, it establishes the criteria for prevention partners and programs, focusing on collaborative community efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect.

Key provisions include the establishment of a trust fund to support prevention programs, with specific conditions for disbursement of funds, such as requiring organizations to match a portion of the funding received. The bill also mandates a thorough review of the board's functions and performance every three years by the auditor general. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of several related bills from the 103rd Legislature, indicating a coordinated legislative effort to enhance child protection measures in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (S-1): 722.602
Substitute (S-2): 722.602
Substitute (H-1): 722.602
Senate Introduced Bill: 722.602
As Passed by the Senate: 722.602
As Passed by the House: 722.602
Senate Concurred Bill: 722.602
Public Act: 722.602
Senate Enrolled Bill: 722.602