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S08937Introduced in the Senate

Provides that a great-grandparent may apply to the supreme court for visitation rights with respect to certain minor great-grandchildren where either or both of the parents of such child is or are deceased.

IntroducedSenate Children and Families

Introduced by Roxanne Persaud, District 19

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Provides that a great-grandparent may apply to the supreme court for visitation rights with respect to certain minor great-grandchildren where either or both of the parents of such child is or are deceased.

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REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

January 16, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

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