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Introduced
03/25/2021
03/25/2021
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 appointment of guardians ad litem in the housing court. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 185C of the Massachusetts General Laws to allow judges in the housing court to appoint guardians ad litem (court-appointed representatives) to investigate the facts of any proceedings pending in the court, assist in obtaining clinical evaluations of a party's competency and arrange for social services, and substitute their judgment for individuals involved in the case who cannot meaningfully engage in the proceedings due to diminished mental capacity or incompetence. The guardians ad litem are to be compensated by the Commonwealth, and state and local law enforcement agencies are required to assist them upon request.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2471 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2471.pdf |
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