S.3111

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Introduced·6/4/26
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Massachusetts S3111 outlines rights and protections for children in the care of the Department of Children and Families.

Massachusetts S3111 establishes a comprehensive set of rights for children under the care of the Department of Children and Families. These rights cover safety, security, education, health care, family connections, and more. Children have the right to be treated with dignity, access appropriate medical and educational services, maintain connections with family members, and participate in their own care decisions. The bill also mandates the creation of a plain language document detailing these rights, which must be provided to each child in care and their attorney.

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History

Jun 4

Senate

Reported from the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Jun 4

Senate

Recommended new text for H4646

Jun 4

Senate

Order relative to subject matter adopted