Bill > H1540

This bill modifies the existing emergency housing assistance program in Massachusetts by explicitly restricting eligibility to only United States citizens who are residents of the state. The bill amends a section of Chapter 23B of the Massachusetts General Laws, adding language that overrides any existing laws, rules, or regulations that might have previously allowed non-citizens to access emergency housing assistance. By specifying that the program is available exclusively to U.S. citizens residing in Massachusetts, the bill narrows the potential pool of individuals who can receive this type of governmental support during housing emergencies. This change could potentially impact immigrants or non-citizen residents who may have previously been eligible for such assistance, effectively limiting access to emergency housing support to only those with U.S. citizenship.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1540