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MA H152

Relative to the out-of-state use of cash assistance


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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