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What is an Act to Protect Children in the Care of the Commonwealth?

April 26, 2017ACT commonwealth protect children

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What is an Act to Protect Children in the Care of the Commonwealth?

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In July 2008, Governor Patrick signed a piece of legislation in July entitled, An Act to Protect Children in the Care of the Commonwealth(Chapter 176 of the Acts of 2008. This bill enacts a number of changes that strengthen the Commonwealth’s ability to prevent, detect and prosecute child abuse and neglect, along with strengthening the Commonwealth’s commitment to children in the foster care system.