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MA H1316

MA H1316
Clarifying the removal statute


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to allow for the removal of children only if said removal results in a direct benefit to the child. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend a statute concerning the removal of children, likely in the context of family court proceedings. The key provision is that a court can only order a child's removal if it finds that this action will directly benefit the child, and this benefit must outweigh any potential harm, such as the loss of regular contact with the parent who does not have primary custody. This aims to ensure that any decision to remove a child from their current environment is made with the child's best interests as the primary consideration.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4706 (on 10/24/2016)

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