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MA S411

MA S411
Relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
10/25/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide emergency aid to certain elderly and disabled residents. Elder Affairs.

AI Summary

This bill aims to provide emergency aid and assistance to certain elderly and disabled residents in the Commonwealth. Specifically, it would ensure that homeless individuals who are otherwise eligible for the General Laws Chapter 117A program receive the same payment rate as those who have established shelter costs, such as rent or a mortgage. Additionally, the bill proposes annual increases to the total budget of each eligible recipient based on changes in the Consumer Price Index, and sets the maximum benefit for the Chapter 117A program at the same level as the Chapter 118 program. The bill also specifies asset limits for assistance units, excluding the fair market value of one vehicle when determining countable assets.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 10/25/2021)

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