# Cal. WIC § 16500.9: Section 16500.9

> California · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_CA_Cwic_D9_P4_C5_S16500.9

## Section

- **Citation:** Cal. WIC § 16500.9
- **Heading:** Section 16500.9
- **Jurisdiction:** California
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** California Code / Code wic / Division 9 / Part 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 16500.9

## Text

The department shall establish one full-time position, within the office of the director, to assist counties and the department in complying with the federal Indian Child Welfare Act (25 U.S.C. Sec. 1901 et seq.) and related state laws, regulations, rules of court, and state guidance. This assistance shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following:

(a) Acting as a clearinghouse for up-to-date information regarding tribes within and outside of the state.

(b) Providing information, technical assistance, and support regarding laws, regulations, rules of court, and state guidance applicable to Indian child custody proceedings and related matters.

(c) In coordination with other divisions within the department, providing or coordinating training and technical assistance for counties regarding the requirements described in subdivision (b).

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