Alabama § 38-10-52 - Use of Funds; Administrative Costs.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 38-10-52 — Use of Funds; Administrative Costs., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-10-52. Use of Funds; Administrative Costs.
The Department of Human Resources shall use funds deposited in the foster care trust fund to meet the following needs of children in its custody including, but not limited to, tuition for post-secondary education, tutoring, development of artistic or athletic abilities, graduation costs, birthday and Christmas gifts, and, assistance with preparation for independent living. In no case shall proceeds from the foster care trust fund be used for the cost of board or staff costs of the Department of Human Resources. All administrative costs or any other costs to provide for the operation of the foster care trust fund created by this article shall be paid from funds allocated to the department of human resources.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 38-10-52
What does Code of Alabama § 38-10-52 cover?
Section 38-10-52 ("Use of Funds; Administrative Costs.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 38-10-52?
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