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MA H1506
MA H1506Relative to prioritizing Massachusetts residents on the waitlist for emergency housing assistance
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to prioritizing Massachusetts residents on the waitlist for emergency housing assistance. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities and the Department of Housing and Community Development to prioritize Massachusetts residents who have lived in the state for at least 12 consecutive months when allocating available spaces in the emergency housing assistance program. In essence, the legislation establishes a residency-based preference for individuals seeking emergency housing support, ensuring that long-term state residents are given priority when spots become open in the housing assistance program. By mandating this priority consideration, the bill aims to provide additional support and stability for individuals who have maintained a consistent presence in Massachusetts during their time of housing need.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27) (on 04/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1506 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1506.pdf |
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