Decision-Making for the Permanent Placement of Children Massachusetts
Statute: Ch. 119, § 29B
Within 12 months of the original commitment and every 12 months thereafter while the child remains in care
Within 30 days of a determination that reasonable efforts are not required
Persons Entitled to Attend Hearings
Statute:
Not specified in statutes reviewed
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Determinations Made at Hearings
Statute: Ch. 119, § 29B
To determine and periodically review the permanency plan for the child
Permanency Options
Statute: Ch. 119, § 29B
Return to parent
Adoption
Legal guardianship
Another planned permanent living arrangement
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