An Act relative to violent offenders in shelter waiver
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the potential risk posed by violent offenders utilizing the Emergency Assistance shelter waiver program in Massachusetts. It aims to establish a process for evaluating and potentially managing individuals with violent criminal histories who are receiving shelter assistance. The bill seeks to ensure the safety of shelter staff, other residents, and the community while providing access to necessary support services. It’s intended to balance the needs of vulnerable individuals with public safety concerns.
Key provisions
- Requires a review process for individuals in the shelter waiver program with violent criminal histories.
- Establishes guidelines for assessing risk posed by these individuals.
- Potentially allows for modifications to shelter placement or support services based on risk assessments.
- May include requirements for reporting violent offenses by shelter residents.
- Focuses on ensuring the safety of the shelter environment.
- Addresses the use of the Emergency Assistance shelter system by violent offenders.
- Links to similar legislation concerning violent offenses and the shelter system.
- References a study order (H5281) related to this issue.
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving Emergency Assistance shelter.
- Shelter staff and residents.
- The broader community served by the shelter system.
- Violent offenders.
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Sponsors
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
David K. Muradian Jr.
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
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