An Act relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth
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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 aims to establish and support the Emergency Aid for Elderly and Disabled Residents Assistance Program in Massachusetts. The program intends to provide financial assistance to seniors and people with disabilities facing urgent financial hardships. It seeks to ensure that vulnerable populations have access to essential resources during emergencies, potentially supplementing existing support systems. The bill’s specific details regarding eligibility and funding mechanisms are still under consideration within the legislature.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Emergency Aid for Elderly and Disabled Residents Assistance Program.
- Provides financial assistance to seniors and people with disabilities.
- Intends to address urgent financial hardships.
- The program’s implementation details are subject to further legislative action.
Who is affected
- Seniors
- People with Disabilities
- Low-income individuals
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Creates a new state-level assistance program.
- Potentially supplements existing support for vulnerable populations.
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Sponsors
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13 on record
Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Daniel M. Donahue
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