Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

H2042 — An Act relative to child protection

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill aims to strengthen child protection measures.

This bill focuses on improving safety and well-being for children by enhancing measures for child protection. It seeks to ensure children are safeguarded from abuse and neglect.

Summary

An Act relative to child protection

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2042 do?
An Act relative to child protection
Who sponsors H2042?
H2042 is sponsored by David T. Vieira (Republican).
What is the current status of H2042?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H2042?
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