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MA H4496

Establishing a permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities


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Introduced
03/05/2020
In Committee
03/05/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Establishing a permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities

AI Summary

This bill establishes a permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The commission will be composed of 19 members, including representatives from the legislature, the governor's office, and various state agencies and disability organizations. The commission will study and advise on issues related to disability services, transportation, public assistance, employment, and other areas affecting people with disabilities in the state. The commission will report annually to the governor and legislature on its findings and recommendations, and will have the authority to promote public awareness, collaborate with local disability groups, and accept funding to support its work.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (5)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities (J)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 03/05/2020)

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