An Act to end child homelessness
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act to end child homelessness,’ aims to address the issue of children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. It seeks to provide resources and support to prevent and ultimately eliminate child homelessness within the state. The bill’s specific details and proposed solutions are currently under consideration by the legislature’s Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities committee. It is modeled after similar legislation proposed in previous sessions.
Key provisions
- The bill intends to address the root causes of child homelessness.
- It likely proposes increased funding for programs supporting families at risk of homelessness.
- The legislation may establish or expand access to emergency shelter and housing resources for children.
- It could include provisions for coordinated services between different state agencies.
Who is affected
- Children experiencing homelessness
- Families at risk of homelessness
- State agencies involved in child welfare and housing
- Non-profit organizations providing services to homeless families
Notable changes
- The bill builds upon previous attempts to address child homelessness in Massachusetts.
- It may involve collaboration between the House and Senate to finalize the legislation.
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