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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to a foster parents bill of rights. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Foster Parents Bill of Rights in Massachusetts. It outlines a range of rights and protections for foster parents, including the right to be treated with dignity and respect, receive comprehensive training and information about children in their care, participate in decision-making processes, and receive timely financial support and respite. The bill also creates a task force to review and revise procedures for handling complaints against foster parents, with the goal of protecting both the safety of children and the rights of foster parents.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied H212 (on 11/02/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H204 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H204.pdf |
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