When reunification of the family or of a qualified family resource, as defined in this chapter, is not possible, the Secretary shall be responsible for promoting placement in adoptive homes to ensure the stability, safety, and well-being of the children in its custody, pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1051 et seq. of this title, known as the “Comprehensive Adoption Proceedings Reform Act of 2009.”
History —Dec. 16, 2011, No. 246, § 10, eff. 90 days after Dec. 16, 2011.