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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the suspension of benefits by the Department of Transitional Assistance for persons convicted of certain crimes against the person. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Chapter 18 of the General Laws by adding a new section that would allow the department to suspend any benefits provided under that chapter to an individual if they are convicted of three or more crimes against the person, as defined in chapter 265. Following the suspension of benefits, the department would be required to hold a hearing to decide whether to permanently revoke all benefits. The department will also create rules and regulations to govern the processes for suspending, revoking, and reinstating these benefits.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Thomas Golden (D)*,
Brian Ashe (D),
Colleen Garry (D),
David Nangle (D),
Keiko Orrall (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4613 (on 09/19/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H88 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H88.pdf |
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