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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/29/2018
03/29/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill aims to create an electronic backpack for foster children in Massachusetts. The electronic backpack will contain the educational records of foster youth, including the names and addresses of their educational providers, their grade-level performance, and any other relevant educational information. The Department of Children and Families (DCF), in consultation with the Office of the Child Advocate and the Department of Education, will develop and implement this electronic backpack program to ensure the educational stability of foster youth. The bill requires DCF to maintain the electronic backpack as part of the department's records for each foster youth and make it accessible to authorized individuals, such as those who can make educational decisions or provide medical care for the foster youth. The bill also mandates DCF to collaborate with the Department of Education to develop policies and procedures to address the educational needs of foster youth in every school district.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
Shawn Dooley (R),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Donald Humason (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Kay Khan (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
James Miceli (D),
Richard Ross (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 03/29/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S40 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S40.pdf |
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