An Act establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill creates a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing dedicated shelters specifically for seniors in Massachusetts. The commission will include members of the General Court and will examine the need for and potential models for these shelters. The goal is to determine if such shelters are needed and, if so, how they could be implemented effectively. This initiative aims to address the housing needs of older adults in the state.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission to study senior shelter feasibility.
- The commission will include members of the General Court.
- The commission will examine potential models for dedicated senior shelters.
- The commission will investigate the need for these shelters.
- The commission will report its findings and recommendations.
Who is affected
- Senior citizens
- Elderly individuals
- The elderly population in Massachusetts
- Housing providers
- Government agencies
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a formal investigation into the need for dedicated senior shelters.
- It creates a commission to explore potential solutions and models.
- It does not currently specify funding mechanisms or shelter locations.
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