Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 206: An Act fast-tracking adoptions for children in DCF custody
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 206 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act fast-tracking adoptions for children in DCF custody. Primary sponsor: Donnie Berthiaume (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (December 31, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see H4883.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 206) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., relative to providing that certain foster care children have the right to be emancipated from their biological parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donnie Berthiaume | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Worcester |
| Kelly Pease | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Hampden |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H4883
- Hearing rescheduled to 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:15 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities