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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
By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr., and Shaunna L. O'Connell for an investigation by an independent commission (including members of the General Court) on a certain case before the Department of Children and Families regarding Justina Pelletier. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an independent commission to study and report on the recent case regarding Justina Pelletier before the Department of Children and Families (DCF). The commission will research and assess the cost of the case, the evidence and reasoning that led DCF to take Justina Pelletier away from her family, and conduct an investigation of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 119, Section 51A, focusing on the number of families affected and any changes that can be made to the law to limit improper use. The commission will include the inspector general, attorney general, state auditor, two members of the House of Representatives (one appointed by the minority leader as chair), and two members of the Senate (one appointed by the minority leader). The report is required to be filed with the chairs and ranking minority members of the House and Senate Committees on Ways and Means, and the clerks of the House and Senate, no later than October 15, 2018.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4792 (on 07/23/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1964 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1964.pdf |
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