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April 21, 2004
Senate Bill 602: An Act Concerning Family Law - Children - De Facto Custody
Sponsor:
Senators Mooney, Brinkley, Hafer, Lawlah, and Munson
Summary:
Bill allows a relative of a child to receive custody without going through the Department of Social Services, when a court has declared the parents unfit. The Maryland Legislature adjourned before this bill could be considered, thus resulting in the death of the bill.
Status:
| 02/06/2004 |  | Introduced, referred to Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee |
| 03/10/2004 | | Hearing in Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, 1:00 PM. Location: 2 East Miller Senate Building, 11 Bladen Street, Annapolis, MD |
| 04/13/2004 | | Bill was not acted upon before session adjourned. |
Action Requested:
No more action is necessary.
HSLDA's Position:
Support.
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