Bill > H224

This bill establishes an Office of Youth Development within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services in the state of Massachusetts. The office will organize and implement youth development programs in major cities across the state, with a focus on addressing issues such as criminal justice involvement, violence, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, and lack of marketable skills among urban youth. The programs will be provided outside of school hours, year-round, and will be designed based on youth development research, with an emphasis on developing social skills, avoiding anti-social behaviors, and preparing youth for career and employment opportunities. The programs will be implemented through contracts with federally qualified Community Health Centers, and the office will coordinate various community-based services and resources to support the program's goals.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H224