An Act relative to emergency shelter assistance for commonwealth residents
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the shortage of emergency shelter options for residents of Massachusetts. It aims to provide additional financial assistance to individuals and families seeking emergency shelter, intending to alleviate the strain on existing resources. The bill seeks to expand access to shelter and support those experiencing homelessness. It also directs the Department of Housing to study and potentially recommend improvements to the emergency shelter system.
Key provisions
- Provides additional financial assistance for emergency shelter.
- Directs the Department of Housing to study the emergency shelter system.
- Expands access to emergency shelter for commonwealth residents.
- Addresses the shortage of emergency shelter options.
- May include provisions for streamlining the shelter intake process.
Who is affected
- Individuals experiencing homelessness
- Families seeking emergency shelter
- The Department of Housing
- Emergency shelter providers
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a study by the Department of Housing to assess the effectiveness and needs of the emergency shelter system.
- It potentially increases financial support for emergency shelter stays.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Steven George Xiarhos
Cosponsors
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
Joseph D. McKenna
Kenneth P. Sweezey
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