H1720

Relative to court approved parent education program

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Requires parents in paternity cases to complete a Probate and Family Court approved parent education program.

Massachusetts H1720 amends Chapter 209C of the General Laws to mandate that any parent involved in a paternity case must complete a Probate and Family Court approved parent education program. This bill aims to ensure that parents in such cases receive necessary education and support to better navigate the legal and emotional aspects of paternity proceedings.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order