Indiana Code
Chapter 40. Shaken Baby Syndrome Education
16-41-40-5. Distribution of Information and Instructional Materials

Sec. 5. (a) A program established under this chapter must include the distribution of readily understandable information and instructional materials regarding childhood hazards. Information concerning shaken baby syndrome, must explain its medical effects on infants and children and emphasize preventive measures.
(b) The information and instructional materials described in subsection (a) concerning shaken baby syndrome must be provided without cost by the following:
(1) Each hospital licensed under IC 16-21, to a parent or guardian of each newborn upon discharge from the hospital.
(2) The department of child services to each provider (as defined in IC 12-7-2-149.1 or IC 31-9-2-99.3) when:
(A) the provider applies for a license from the division or the department of child services under IC 12-17.2 or IC 31-27; or
(B) the division or the department of child services inspects a facility operated by a provider.
As added by P.L.51-1998, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.101-1999, SEC.5; P.L.273-1999, SEC.178; P.L.145-2006, SEC.145.

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