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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to insurance liability for foster care providers. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to clarify the insurance liability for foster care providers in Massachusetts. It amends the state's General Laws to specify that foster care providers contracted by the Department of Children and Families shall not be held liable for injuries or property damage caused by the negligence or actions of the state, its employees, or other third parties. This provision is intended to protect foster care providers from being held responsible for incidents outside of their control.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (12)
Sally Kerans (D)*,
James Arena-Derosa (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Paul Donato (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Mike Kushmerek (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Paul Schmid (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1600 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1600.pdf |
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