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MA H787

MA H787
Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts. Elder Affairs.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of creating dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts, which would be facilities specifically designed to house and support older adults who are experiencing homelessness. The commission's work is intended to inform future decisions about whether to implement such shelters, with the act taking effect immediately upon its passage.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27) (on 03/30/2026)

Bill Topics

Community Development and Housing Issues
  • ‐ Elderly and Handicapped Housing
  • ‐ Homelessness
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Services for the Elderly and Senior Citizens

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H787 03/12/2025
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H787.pdf 03/12/2025
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