Maryland Statutes
Part II - Diseases of Pregnancy and Infancy
Section 18-309 - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Public Awareness Campaign

(a)    (1)    To the extent that funds are available for this purpose, the Secretary, in collaboration with other State agencies, shall establish and promote a statewide public information, awareness, and education campaign on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other effects of prenatal alcohol exposure.
        (2)    The campaign shall:
            (i)    Reach out to the general public and specific populations determined to be at high risk for contracting Fetal Alcohol Syndrome;
            (ii)    Disseminate the information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome through written materials, television, radio, posters, or any other medium the Secretary considers appropriate and effective for conveying the information;
            (iii)    Distribute informational materials free of charge to prenatal clinics and to establishments that serve alcoholic beverages; and
            (iv)    Include any other matter that the Secretary considers appropriate.
    (b)    To carry out this section, the Secretary:
        (1)    On request, shall receive aid or information from any agency of this State, or from a political subdivision;
        (2)    May request the services of interested advocacy groups; and
        (3)    May contract for any necessary services.