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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
For legislation relative to visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Section 39D of Chapter 119 of the General Laws in Massachusetts. The key change 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, the bill specifies that such a preexisting relationship shall not be a necessity for awarding said visitation rights.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1120 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1120.pdf |
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