S2550
An Act relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to implement the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) in Massachusetts. The UCCJEA provides a standardized set of rules for determining which state has authority over child custody disputes and for enforcing custody orders across state lines. By adopting this act, Massachusetts aims to create greater consistency and predictability in child custody matters, streamlining the legal process and protecting the best interests of children involved in these disputes.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act in Massachusetts.
- Defines the rules for determining which state has jurisdiction over child custody cases.
- Creates procedures for enforcing child custody orders across state lines.
- Aims to improve consistency and predictability in child custody decisions.
- Focuses on the best interests of the child when determining custody arrangements.
Who is affected
- Parents involved in child custody disputes
- Children involved in child custody disputes
- Courts handling child custody cases
- Legal professionals involved in child custody cases
- State agencies involved in child welfare
Notable changes
- Massachusetts will align its child custody laws with the UCCJEA, a model law adopted by many other states.
- The bill simplifies the process of determining which state’s laws apply to a custody case when parents live in different states.
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Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill S.2550 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act
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Sponsor: Senate Committee on Ways and Means Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 8 actions for Bill S.2550
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Recommended new draft for S1052 |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Order relative to subject matter adopted |
| 7/17/2025 | Senate | Substituted as a new draft for S1052 |
| 7/17/2025 | Senate | Ordered to a third reading |
| 7/17/2025 | Senate | Read third |
| 7/17/2025 | Senate | Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #59 (Yeas 39 to Nays 0) |
| 7/21/2025 | House | Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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