H1536
An Act enhancing prioritization for the emergency assistance program
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve the process for determining who receives emergency assistance in Massachusetts. It seeks to enhance the prioritization system currently in place, ensuring that those most in need are given greater consideration when resources are limited. The bill will likely involve adjustments to the criteria used to assess eligibility and prioritize applicants for emergency assistance programs. The goal is to streamline the process and improve access to vital support for vulnerable residents.
Key provisions
- Enhance prioritization within the emergency assistance program.
- Adjust eligibility criteria for emergency assistance.
- Improve the process for assessing applicants’ needs.
- Streamline the distribution of emergency assistance resources.
Who is affected
- Low-income residents of Massachusetts
- Individuals and families seeking emergency assistance
- Emergency assistance program recipients
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to the existing prioritization system.
- It may lead to a more equitable distribution of emergency assistance resources.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Jr. David K. Muradian
Kelly W. Pease
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Bill H.1536 194th (Current)
An Act enhancing prioritization for the emergency assistance program
By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1536) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to prioritization for the emergency assistance program. Housing.
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Presenter: Bradley H. Jones, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1536
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 4/13/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27) |
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