HB 1561 (2006): relative to equal treatment for fathers in the determination of parental rights and responsibilities.

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HB 1561 (2006)

relative to equal treatment for fathers in the determination of parental rights and responsibilities.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 2005-2006
  • House committee: Children and Family Law
  • Subject: Domestic Relations

The Story

It was introduced on January 4, 2006 and referred to the House Children and Family Law committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 12, 2006. The committee voted unanimously, 14–0, to recommend that the House kill it, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On February 15, 2006 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 12, 2006, 2:00 PM: public hearing, House Children and Family Law, RM 206 LOB

Votes

  • February 15, 2006, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 4, 2006: Introduced and ref to Children and Family Law
  • January 12, 2006: Public Hearing Jan 12 2:00 RM 206 LOB
  • February 9, 2006: Comm Rprt: ITL for Feb 15 (vote 14-0; CC)
  • February 15, 2006: ITL, MA, VV

Laws It Would Change

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