An Act to secure housing for returning citizens
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Department of Housing and Community Development in Massachusetts to develop programs, policies, guidelines, priorities, and preferences specifically aimed at assisting formerly incarcerated individuals with securing housing as they re-enter the community. The goal is to address housing barriers faced by this population and promote successful reintegration. The bill seeks to ensure that formerly incarcerated individuals have equitable access to housing opportunities within the state. It is a petition sponsored by Representative Montaño.
Key provisions
- The Department of Housing and Community Development must create housing programs for returning citizens.
- These programs should include policies, guidelines, priorities, and preferences.
- The Department is tasked with supporting the housing needs of individuals reentering communities after incarceration.
- The bill is a petition, meaning it originated as a request from a representative.
Who is affected
- Formerly incarcerated individuals
- The Department of Housing and Community Development
- Returning citizens
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a specific focus on housing for formerly incarcerated individuals, which may not have been a primary consideration in previous housing policies.
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Primary sponsor
Samantha Montaño
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