If the woman is found to be in need of treatment, the local welfare agency must arrange for that treatment. If the woman refuses to participate in needed services, the county may use existing civil commitment procedures to mandate treatment. There is no new authority in this bill to provide for civil commitment. Adult household members of the pregnant woman may also make voluntary reports. This appropriately leaves discretion with the practitioner in deciding how to best handle the woman's situation.
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