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MA S880
Relating to parental choice of terminology in certain domestic relations matters
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to parental choice of terminology in certain domestic relations matters. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill allows parents to use alternative terms for certain legal concepts related to child custody and parenting plans, as long as they agree to the terms in writing. The key terms that can be substituted include "sole decision making responsibility" (corresponding to "sole legal custody"), "shared decision making responsibility" (corresponding to "shared legal custody"), "primary residential responsibility" (corresponding to "sole physical custody"), and "shared residential responsibility" (corresponding to "shared physical custody"). The bill also defines a "parenting plan" as a written document outlining the rights and responsibilities of each parent.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S880 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S880.pdf |
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