(a) The “appropriate public authorities” as used in Article III of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, with reference to this state, means the Department of Human Services which shall receive and act with reference to notices required by Article III.
(b) The department shall take appropriate action in the appropriate court as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this compact and to ensure that the placement of any child shall be for the best interest of that child.
Structure Arkansas Code
Chapter 29 - Interstate Compacts
Subchapter 2 - Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children
§ 9-29-202. Role of Governor — Appointment of compact administrator
§ 9-29-204. Secretary of the Department of Human Services to determine when to discharge child
§ 9-29-205. Agreements with other states pursuant to the compact
§ 9-29-206. Agreements concerning visitation or supervision
§ 9-29-207. Courts authorized to place children in other states pursuant to this compact