SB 653 - Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings - Maryland Key Vote
Timeline
- Executive Signed
- May 16, 2023
- Senate Concurrence Vote Passed
- April 7, 2023
- House Bill Passed
- April 6, 2023
- Senate Bill Passed
- March 20, 2023
- Introduced
- Feb. 6, 2023
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Title: Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings
Signed by Governor Wes Moore
Title: Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to concur with house amendments and pass a bill that repeals cannabis use from the definitions of neglect in child in need of assistance proceedings.
Highlights:
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Specifies that neglect does not include the use of cannabis by any parent or individual who has permanent or temporary care of a child unless due to direct usage of cannabine the following occurs (Sec. 1):
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The child’s health or welfare is harmed or put at a substantial risk; or
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The child has suffered mental injury or has been placed at substantial risk of mental injury.
- Specifies that this bill shall take effect immediately upon passagen and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).
Title: Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings
Title: Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings
Title: Repeals Cannabis Use from Definitions of Neglect in Child in Need of Assistance Proceedings