Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced 3 D cosponsors

SD 1431 — An Act establishing the Massachusetts foster care review office

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). 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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill creates a Massachusetts office to review foster care cases.

The bill establishes a foster care review office in Massachusetts to oversee cases in the foster care system. This office aims to improve transparency and accountability in the management of foster care.

What this means for you
  • Workers: State workers will have a dedicated office to address concerns and improve the management of foster care cases.
  • Families: This means families involved in the foster care system will have more oversight and support during the process.

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 201 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (201)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SD 1431?
SD 1431 is sponsored by Mindy Domb (Democrat), Sal N. DiDomenico (Democrat), and Joanne M. Comerford (Democrat).
What is the current status of SD 1431?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). 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 SD 1431?
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