Michigan to continue juvenile justice reform momentum thanks to federal funding boost
Published: March 29, 2024
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will expand
treatment options in local communities for youth involved in or at-risk
of being involved in the juvenile justice system through an $825,000
federal grant.
The grant will help MDHHS continue to move forward with its ongoing reform of the juvenile justice system that has resulted in better placement options.
The grant will help MDHHS continue to move forward with its ongoing reform of the juvenile justice system that has resulted in better placement options.
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