Bill > S82

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study homelessness among women in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The commission will consist of state legislators, government officials, and representatives from various organizations and individuals with expertise in women's homelessness. The commission will conduct a community needs assessment, make recommendations on homelessness prevention, shelter improvements, increasing permanent housing, data collection, and ensuring access to healthcare and social services for homeless women. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to the state legislature by July 31, 2023.