An Act relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, H.278, aims to establish an emergency aid program to assist elderly and disabled residents in Massachusetts. The program intends to provide support to individuals facing financial hardship due to unexpected expenses or emergencies. It is being reviewed by the House Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities and the House Ways and Means Committee. The bill builds upon previous attempts to create similar assistance programs.
Key provisions
- Creation of an emergency aid program for elders and people with disabilities.
- Provides assistance for unexpected expenses and emergencies.
- Targeted towards residents of the Commonwealth.
- Managed through a committee review process.
- Related to previous legislation addressing similar needs.
Who is affected
- Elderly residents
- People with disabilities
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- This bill represents a renewed effort to create a dedicated emergency assistance program for vulnerable populations.
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Sponsors
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13 on record
Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Daniel M. Donahue
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