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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 certain foster children being provided smart phones to assure additional oversight and protection. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Commonwealth to provide a limited-functionality smartphone to any foster child aged 6 or older under the state's care. The smartphone would be programmed with only four phone numbers, including 911 and the child's caseworker, and would have a basic video calling function to allow the child to communicate with their caseworker. The bill specifies that the smartphone is intended to provide additional oversight and protection for the foster child and is not a substitute for other services and care provided by the Commonwealth.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
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/H192 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H192.pdf |
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