An Act establishing liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to provide liability coverage for facilities that house individuals participating in the state’s emergency shelter program. Currently, there may be gaps in protection for these facilities and the people they serve. The legislation seeks to clarify and strengthen liability protections, ensuring that facilities have adequate coverage in case of incidents or emergencies. This would help support the stability and operation of shelters providing crucial services to vulnerable populations.
Key provisions
- Establishes liability coverage for facilities housing individuals in the emergency shelter program.
- Aims to address potential gaps in existing liability protections.
- Supports the operational stability of emergency shelters.
- Protects individuals residing in emergency shelters.
Who is affected
- Facilities providing emergency shelter services
- Individuals utilizing emergency shelter services
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Steven George Xiarhos
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