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MA S113

Creating a special commission to study the current refugee resettlement infrastructure and ensure the successful integration of refugees in Massachusetts


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create a special commission to study the current refugee resettlement infrastructure and ensure the successful integration of refugees in Massachusetts. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to study and make recommendations on the infrastructure of refugee resettlement agencies in Massachusetts, their services, and how the Commonwealth can work with the federal government to rebuild and support a refugee resettlement infrastructure that promotes sustainable long-term integration. The commission will consist of 18 members, including representatives from various state agencies, refugee resettlement agencies, and individuals with relevant expertise and lived experience as refugees. The commission will investigate the current refugee resettlement and integration systems, identify gaps and failures, and recommend policies and funding structures to ensure the successful long-term integration of refugees in Massachusetts.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2847 (on 04/28/2022)

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