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MA S1112

MA S1112
Establishing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness. It prohibits discrimination against individuals based on their housing status, which is defined as a person's current ability to access a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. The bill provides various rights for people experiencing homelessness, including the right to use public spaces, access medical care, vote, and rest in public spaces without discrimination. It also amends existing laws to protect against housing status-based discrimination in employment, housing, and other areas. The bill repeals certain laws that criminalize homelessness and public activities related to it.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied H211 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1112
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1112.pdf
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