An Act supporting survivors through financial assistance
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to create a program that provides financial assistance to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The goal of this program is to offer support to individuals who have experienced trauma and may require financial aid for various needs. It aims to help survivors access essential resources and rebuild their lives after experiencing abuse. This legislation seeks to establish a dedicated mechanism for providing this crucial support.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Public Health to establish a financial assistance program.
- The program will support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
- Specific eligibility criteria for receiving assistance would be determined by the Department of Public Health.
Who is affected
- Survivors of domestic violence
- Survivors of sexual assault
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Establishes a new state-level program to address financial needs of survivors.
- No current law is directly replaced by this legislation.
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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