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- Budget Message
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- Local Aid to Cities and Towns
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Volume 2
- Budget Development
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- Operating Transfers
- Local Aid - Section 3
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Department of Children and Families
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/dcfOrganization Chart
Mission:
The Department of Children and Families is charged with protecting children from abuse and neglect and strengthening families. There are currently more than 8,000 children in foster care across Massachusetts and more than 40,000 children in all served by the Department.Governing Laws:
Statutes
| MGL C. 18B S. 1-25 | Department of Children and Families |
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| MGL C. 119 S. 1-51G | Protection and Care of Children |
| MGL C. 190B S. 5 | Guardians and Conservators |
| MGL C. 210 S. 1-14 | Adoption of Children and Change of Name |
| MGL C. 112 S. 135-135A | Social Worker Privilege |
Regulations
| 110 CMR | Department of Social Services |
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