An Act relative to prioritizing Massachusetts residents on the waitlist for emergency housing assistance
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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 ensure that Massachusetts residents are prioritized when applying for emergency housing assistance through the state’s waitlist. Currently, the system may not adequately protect residents from out-of-state applicants. The bill seeks to give Massachusetts residents greater access to this crucial support system during housing crises.
Key provisions
- Prioritizes Massachusetts residents on the emergency housing assistance waitlist.
- Aims to reduce the impact of out-of-state applicants on the waitlist.
- The bill will accompany a study order to examine the current system.
- The bill was referred to the Housing committee.
- The Senate concurred with the House version of the bill.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Individuals seeking emergency housing assistance
- The housing assistance system in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a prioritization mechanism for Massachusetts residents on the emergency housing waitlist.
- It is linked to a study order to evaluate the existing system and identify potential improvements.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
Joseph D. McKenna
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