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MA H3954
Providing for a universal basic income for youth aging out of foster care
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Introduced
07/14/2021
07/14/2021
In Committee
07/14/2021
07/14/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to providing for a universal basic income for youth aging out of foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Chapter 119 of the Massachusetts General Laws to provide a universal basic income of $1,000 per month for five years to individuals who were formerly under the custody, care, or responsibility of the state's Department of Children and Families but have transitioned out of the department's care upon reaching the age of 23. This is intended to support youth aging out of the foster care system as they transition to independent living.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
Liz Miranda (D)*,
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Tami Gouveia (D),
Russell Holmes (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4908 (on 06/24/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3954 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3954.pdf |
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