An Act to ensure parity in social work licensure
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to create a new certification for child welfare workers within the Department of Children and Families. It proposes establishing a special commission, including members of the General Court, to oversee the development of this new certification. The goal is to ensure greater parity in social work licensure and improve the quality of care provided to children and families.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission to create a new certification for child welfare workers.
- The commission will include members of the General Court.
- The new certification will be for child welfare workers at the Department of Children and Families.
- The bill seeks to ensure parity in social work licensure.
Who is affected
- Department of Children and Families employees
- Child welfare workers
- Children and families served by the Department of Children and Families
- Social work professionals
- Members of the General Court
Notable changes
- Introduces a new certification pathway for child welfare workers.
- Creates a commission to guide the development of this certification.
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Sponsors
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10 on record
Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Daniel Cahill
James J. O'Day
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