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MA S2579

MA S2579
Stopping harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development

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Introduced
03/05/2020
In Committee
03/05/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislationfor legislation relative to the screening of prospective school employees for prior investigations into child abuse or sexual misconduct,- reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2579) ought to pass.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the SHIELD Act, aims to prevent child sexual abuse by establishing policies and training requirements for schools and youth-serving organizations in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring schools and youth-serving organizations to adopt abuse prevention policies that outline a code of conduct for employees and detail reporting procedures; 2) Mandating biennial training for school and youth organization employees on identifying, responding to, and preventing child sexual abuse; and 3) Requiring schools and youth organizations to provide age-appropriate education to students and children on recognizing and reporting inappropriate adult and peer behaviors, developing healthy relationships, and understanding the importance of accurate reporting. The bill directs the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Department of Children and Families to develop and maintain the required policies and training programs.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (14)

Other Sponsors (1)

Committee on Education (J)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 03/05/2020)
(1 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2579
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2579.pdf
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