This bill amends sections of the General Laws in Chapter 14-1, which pertains to proceedings in Family Court, specifically addressing the temporary detention and commitment of children. It introduces new provisions that prohibit the Family Court from detaining or committing any youth aged twelve years or younger to the training school for any offense, except in cases of murder, first-degree sexual assault, or attempts to commit such offenses. Additionally, the court must determine that there are no reasonable alternative placements that would ensure the safety of the youth or the public before committing a child in this age group.

The bill also establishes that the Family Court shall not commit any youth aged twelve years or younger to the training school unless the court finds, in its judgment, that there are no other reasonable placement locations or conditions that will ensure the safety of the youth or any other person.

The act will take effect upon passage.