As Amended
SEC. 73-53-11. Powers and duties of board. [Repealed effective July 1, 2011].
(1) In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this chapter and in Sections 73-54-1 through 73-54-39, the board shall:
(a) At least once every two (2) years recommend modifications or amendments to this chapter to the Governor;
(b) Review the quality and availability of social work services provided in this state and make recommendations for change to the Legislature; and
(c) Recommend to the appropriate law enforcement official the bringing of civil actions to seek injunctions and other relief against unlicensed individuals for violations of this chapter.
(2) The board shall approve, oversee and be responsible for all examinations for licensure under this chapter. The board shall pass on all applicants who apply to be licensed.
(3) The board shall be responsible for all disciplinary functions carried out in this state regarding all licensees under this chapter.
(4) The board shall be responsible for all disputed matters involving whether an applicant shall be licensed.
(5) The board shall have such other powers as may be required to carry out the provisions of this chapter.
SOURCES: Laws, 1987, ch. 421, § 6; Laws, 1997, ch. 516, § 24; reenacted without change, Laws, 1999, ch. 438, § 4; reenacted without change, Laws, 2001, ch. 421, § 5, SB 2287, eff from and after June 30, 2001.
PREVIOUS VERSIONS: Pre-2001