(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.