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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the use of direct cash assistance funds held on an electronic benefit transfer card or access device in a state other than the Commonwealth or a bordering state. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill aims to restrict the use of direct cash assistance funds held on electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards or access devices to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or its bordering states (Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, or Vermont). The bill requires the Department of Transitional Assistance to track and investigate any out-of-state usage of these funds, and outlines a system of warnings and disqualifications for recipients who violate the restriction. The department is also required to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the requirements of the bill.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5088 (on 11/04/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H152 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H152.pdf |
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