§5–539.

    (a)    The State Board may adopt policies and procedures that:

        (1)    relate to the functions of the local boards; and

        (2)    are consistent with the goals set forth in § 5–544 of this subtitle.

    (b)    The State Board shall:

        (1)    provide a training program for members of the local boards and local citizens review panels;

        (2)    review and coordinate the activities of the local boards;

        (3)    adopt policies and procedures that relate to reports and any other information that is required for any public or private agency or institution;

        (4)    make recommendations to the Secretary of Human Services and the General Assembly regarding:

            (i)    the response of the State to child abuse and neglect; and

            (ii)    out–of–home care policies, procedures, and practices; and

        (5)    report to the Secretary of Human Services and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the first day of each year on the status of children in out–of–home placement in this State.