S 1008
An Act relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program, aiming to improve its effectiveness and expand access to affordable housing for eligible families. It seeks to strengthen the program’s ability to assist low-income households in securing stable housing. The bill includes provisions to streamline the application process and increase the number of vouchers available. It also intends to improve the overall management and oversight of the program.
Key provisions
- Streamlines the application process for rental vouchers.
- Expands the number of rental vouchers available to eligible households.
- Improves the program’s ability to assist families in securing stable housing.
- Enhances the program’s management and oversight.
- Addresses issues related to voucher utilization and landlord participation.
Who is affected
- Low-income families
- Landlords
- Housing providers
- The Housing sector
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill is intended to update and strengthen the existing Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program.
- It may include changes to eligibility criteria or voucher distribution methods.
- The bill is related to similar legislation, S.2826, which is considered a revised version.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.1008 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1008) of Joan B. Lovely, James K. Hawkins, James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program. Housing.
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Presenter: Joan B. Lovely
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1008
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2826 |
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