H573
An Act to protect children from adults in positions of authority or trust
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen protections for children in Massachusetts by authorizing the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop and implement an abuse prevention policy. The policy would likely outline procedures for reporting suspected abuse and ensure appropriate responses are taken. This legislation seeks to create a more robust system for safeguarding children from adults who hold positions of authority or trust. It builds upon existing efforts to protect vulnerable populations within the state’s education system.
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Primary sponsor
Carole A. Fiola
Cosponsors
Carole A. Fiola
David Allen Robertson
John J. Marsi
John R. Gaskey
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