An Act relative to public housing restrictions for sex offenders
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to restrict public housing access for individuals convicted of certain sex offenses. It aims to enhance public safety by limiting the potential for these individuals to reside in public housing facilities. The bill seeks to establish clear guidelines and restrictions regarding housing eligibility for those with a history of sexual offenses. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to address similar concerns.
Key provisions
- Establishes restrictions on public housing eligibility for individuals convicted of sex offenses.
- Defines specific categories of sex offenses that trigger these restrictions.
- Requires public housing authorities to implement procedures for screening applicants.
- Allows for appeals of housing denials based on criminal history.
- Directs the Department of Housing to study and report on the implementation of these restrictions.
Who is affected
- Sex offenders
- Public housing residents
- Public housing authorities
- Individuals seeking public housing
- The Department of Housing
Notable changes
- This bill continues a legislative effort to restrict public housing access for sex offenders, building on previous proposals.
- The specific criteria for restricting housing eligibility are not explicitly detailed in the provided text.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
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