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MA H4231
Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of person with disabilities
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Introduced
11/26/2019
11/26/2019
In Committee
11/26/2019
11/26/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of person with disabilities
AI Summary
This bill updates terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Key provisions include:
- Replacing the term "disabled persons protection commission" with "commission for the protection of persons with disabilities" throughout the relevant statutes.
- Updating definitions related to abuse, caretakers, mandated reporters, and persons with disabilities.
- Clarifying the commission's authority and procedures for investigating abuse, including requirements for referrals to appropriate state agencies.
- Enhancing confidentiality protections for information gathered during investigations.
- Expanding the commission's ability to take protective actions and make recommendations to prevent further abuse.
- Updating language throughout the statute to use person-first terminology like "persons with disabilities" rather than "disabled persons."
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 11/26/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4231 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4231.pdf |
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