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MA S87

MA S87
Providing for coordinated data and assistance to address family homelessness


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide for coordinated data and assistance to address family homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

AI Summary

This bill aims to provide coordinated data and assistance to address family homelessness. It requires the creation of an annual comprehensive report on housing instability faced by families in Massachusetts, detailing information from various state agencies and departments on homelessness and housing instability. The bill also establishes a joint telephone hotline for residents to receive information and assistance on available benefits and eligibility processes, and requires state agencies to publicly post information on their programs, including a benefits calculator, and provide training to staff and vendors on the calculator to help families optimize their benefits and avoid "cliff effects" due to income eligibility rules.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2645 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S87
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S87.pdf
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