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# Written Referral Policies - Resource and Referral Program

(a) The contractor shall develop and implement written referral policies. 

(b) The written referral policies shall include the following information: 

              (1) A statement that referral services are available to all persons requesting them regardless of income level or other eligibility requirements; 

              (2) A statement that information received from the parent(s) is confidential; and 

              3\) The conditions under which referrals to a provider may be discontinued. 

(c) The written referral policies shall be available to parents and providers upon request.

> NOTE: Authority cited: Section 8261, Education Code. Reference: Sections 8212 and 8214, Education Code.


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