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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 the placement of foster children with their siblings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill aims to keep siblings together in foster care. It requires the Department of Children and Families to search for and place children in foster care with their siblings or half-siblings, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that a joint placement is contrary to the safety or well-being of any child. The bill also mandates that the department facilitate frequent visitation and ongoing interaction between siblings who are not jointly placed, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that it is contrary to their safety or well-being. Additionally, the department must develop and implement a plan to increase the availability of placements for siblings and half-siblings, and report annually on the status and effectiveness of this plan.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4909 (on 07/11/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H254 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H254.pdf |
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