An Act proclaiming April 25th of each year to be Parental Alienation Awareness Day
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill designates April 25th of each year as Parental Alienation Awareness Day in Massachusetts. The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness about parental alienation, a complex issue involving the disruption of relationships between children and one parent due to the other parent’s behavior. By recognizing this day, the state aims to support families affected by parental alienation and promote understanding of its potential impact. It seeks to highlight the importance of healthy co-parenting relationships.
Key provisions
- Designates April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day.
- The proclamation is effective for each year.
- The bill is sponsored by a representative by request.
- It does not propose any changes to existing laws.
- It focuses solely on raising awareness.
- The bill was referred to the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight committee.
- The Senate concurred with the House's action.
- A hearing is scheduled for May 13, 2025.
Who is affected
- Families experiencing parental alienation
- Parents involved in custody disputes
- Child Protective Services agencies
- Mental health professionals
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a day of awareness specifically for parental alienation.
- It does not alter existing family law or custody procedures.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Mark Sedleski
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