Talking Law

Strengthening and Preserving Families: A Conversation with Jerry Milner

March 21st, 2019  |  16 mins 36 secs

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LSNJ attorney Jey Rajaraman discusses recent federal emphasis on preventive services in the child welfare system and state and local efforts to help low-income families remain intact. She is joined by Associate Commissioner of the Children's Bureau Jerry Milner, to discuss the Family First Prevention Services Act of 2018 and the resulting increased flexibility of Title IV-E funds.