H216
An Act improving emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen emergency housing assistance for children and families who are experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve the availability and accessibility of these resources, ensuring that vulnerable families have access to immediate shelter and support. The legislation focuses on bolstering existing programs to better meet the needs of families facing homelessness. It builds upon previous efforts to address this critical issue.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility criteria for emergency housing assistance.
- Increases the amount of financial assistance provided.
- Streamlines the application process for families experiencing homelessness.
- Prioritizes assistance for families with children.
- Supports programs that provide stable housing solutions.
- Addresses barriers to accessing emergency housing.
Who is affected
- Children experiencing homelessness
- Families experiencing homelessness
- Individuals with disabilities
- Non-profit organizations providing housing assistance
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to enhance existing emergency housing assistance programs.
- It may include provisions to address specific barriers faced by families with children.
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
Cosponsors
Adrian C. Madaro
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Hendricks
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Bill H.216 194th (Current)
An Act improving emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness
By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 216) of Marjorie C. Decker, Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Samantha Montaño relative to emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Presenter: Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.216
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5240 (under House Rule 27) |
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