Establishes a bill of rights for children in foster care in Massachusetts.
The bill establishes a comprehensive bill of rights for children in foster care in Massachusetts, ensuring their safety, identity, family connections, health care, education, and transition to adulthood. It mandates the Department of Children and Families to provide clear, developmentally appropriate information about these rights, offer support, and ensure access to resources. Children have rights to safe placements, family contact, cultural identity preservation, health care, education, and transition planning. The department must also address any violations of these rights promptly.
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