Bill > S806

This bill proposes to amend the existing Massachusetts law on the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining key terms related to child custody, such as "child," "child custody determination," "domestic violence," and "home state." - Establishing the jurisdictional requirements for a Massachusetts court to make an initial child custody determination, as well as the circumstances under which a Massachusetts court can modify a child custody determination made in another state. - Allowing Massachusetts courts to communicate with courts in other states to resolve emergency situations involving child welfare and safety. - Providing procedures for the registration and enforcement of child custody determinations made by courts in other states. - Authorizing public officials, such as prosecutors, to assist in locating children and enforcing child custody orders. - Applying the provisions of the UCCJEA uniformly across states that have adopted the Act. The overall purpose of the bill is to ensure consistent and coordinated handling of child custody matters across state lines, prioritize child safety and well-being, and establish clear procedures for the enforcement of out-of-state child custody orders in Massachusetts.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S806