H199
An Act to amend the safe haven law to extend the timeframe for voluntary placement of newborns
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Bill overview
This bill proposes changes to Massachusetts’ Safe Haven Law, which allows a parent to voluntarily and anonymously surrender a newborn baby at a hospital. Currently, the law allows for placement within 72 hours of birth. This bill would extend that timeframe to 60 days, providing more options for parents facing difficult circumstances and ensuring newborns receive necessary care.
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Jennifer Balinsky Armini
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Jennifer Balinsky Armini
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