H225

To amend the structure of the Commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Amends the structure of the Commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren in Massachusetts.

The bill amends the structure of the Commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren in Massachusetts by establishing a permanent commission consisting of 21 members. Members are appointed by various state officials and include grandparents or kinship caregivers with experience raising minor children. The commission fosters unity among communities, serves as a liaison between government and private interest groups, assesses programs and regulations, and advises on the effects of proposed legislation. The commission also advocates for changes deemed necessary and appropriate.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 13, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Hearing

History

Jul 29

House

Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a bill with the same title, see H5610

Jul 29

House

Referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling with the amendment pending

Jul 29

House

Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading with the amendment pending