H1963
An Act relative to child custody
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to child custody,’ seeks to clarify and potentially revise aspects of Massachusetts child custody law. It appears to be an effort to examine the current system and potentially propose changes to improve outcomes for children involved in custody disputes. The bill has been referred to the Judiciary Committee for study and consideration.
Key provisions
- Initiates a study of current child custody practices in Massachusetts.
- Addresses potential revisions to existing child custody laws.
- Seeks to improve outcomes for children involved in custody proceedings.
- Related to similar bills introduced in previous legislative sessions.
Who is affected
- Parents involved in child custody disputes
- Children involved in child custody disputes
- Judges and court personnel involved in custody cases
- Legal professionals specializing in family law
Notable changes
- The bill’s purpose is to conduct a study, suggesting potential future changes rather than immediate alterations to the law.
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Primary sponsor
John H. Rogers
Cosponsor
John H. Rogers
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Bill H.1963 194th (Current)
An Act relative to child custody
By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1963) of John H. Rogers relative to child custody. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John H. Rogers
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1963
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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