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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a task force to study grandparents’ visitation rights. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a task force to study issues related to grandparents' visitation rights. The task force will examine the legal and social issues around grandparents' access to visitation, the impact of losing contact with grandchildren on families, social supports to promote these relationships, and legislative proposals that are consistent with the state constitution. The task force will be composed of 11 members, including representatives from the state legislature, advocacy groups for grandparents and children, a Massachusetts legal services program, and the family law section of the Massachusetts Bar Association. The task force must be appointed within 30 days of the bill's effective date, and any vacancies will be filled by the appointing authority.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H924 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H924.pdf |
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