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Introduced
04/15/2015
04/15/2015
In Committee
04/15/2015
04/15/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to mandated reporters. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 51A of Chapter 119 of the General Laws, which pertains to mandated reporters, individuals legally obligated to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Specifically, it adds a provision requiring any mandated reporter who, in their professional role, has a reasonable belief that a child is experiencing physical or emotional injury due to abuse that causes harm or a significant risk of harm to the child's health or welfare, including sexual abuse, to immediately report this to the state or local police. This change clarifies and strengthens the immediate reporting requirement for such serious situations.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4613 (on 09/19/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S97 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S97.pdf |
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