An Act allowing certain minors to consent to supportive services
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to allow certain minors to consent to receiving supportive services, including shelter, without requiring parental consent. It aims to expand access to these services for young people in need. The legislation is modeled after similar bills and addresses the issue of minors’ access to supportive services. This bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Key provisions
- Allows certain minors to consent to supportive services.
- Specifically addresses access to shelter.
- Mirrors provisions from previously introduced bills (H.290, S.94, H.4394, H.192).
- Referenced to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Minors
- Youth in need of supportive services
- Families
Notable changes
- Expands the ability of minors to access supportive services.
- Builds upon existing legislation addressing similar issues.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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