An Act to provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to provide identification cards to young people and adults experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. The Registrar of Motor Vehicles would be responsible for issuing these IDs. The goal is to help individuals experiencing homelessness access essential services and participate more fully in society by establishing a verifiable identity.
Key provisions
- The Registrar of Motor Vehicles will issue identification cards.
- These cards will be available to youth and adults experiencing homelessness.
- The bill aims to improve access to services for this vulnerable population.
- No specific fees or requirements for obtaining the ID are outlined in the text.
Who is affected
- Youth experiencing homelessness
- Adults experiencing homelessness
- The Registrar of Motor Vehicles
- Individuals in need of identification
Notable changes
- Currently, individuals experiencing homelessness may face challenges in obtaining identification.
- This bill would establish a formal process for providing identification to this group.
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Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
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