The bill amends Section 14-1-59 of the General Laws in Chapter 14-1, which pertains to "Proceedings in Family Court." It introduces a new requirement for every school district to render assistance and cooperation within its jurisdictional power to support the objectives of the chapter. Specifically, school districts are mandated to provide the court with any information concerning a child that the court may require.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the duty of various public and private agencies, including the department of human services, the department of elementary and secondary education, the office of substance abuse, and the department of behavioral healthcare, to assist the court in its proceedings. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
6039: 14-1-59