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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 visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 39D of Chapter 119 of the General Laws in Massachusetts. The key provision is that when the state has custody of a minor or a court has awarded temporary guardianship of a minor to a non-parent, the court may consider whether the minor has a preexisting relationship with a grandparent in determining if visitation rights would be in the best interest of the child. However, such a preexisting relationship is not a necessity for awarding visitation rights.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1010 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1010.pdf |
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