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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/15/2018
03/15/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the water and sewer rate relief program for certain homeowners administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 23B of the Massachusetts General Laws to establish a low-income sewer and water assistance program. The program, subject to appropriation, will provide assistance in paying the sewer and water bills of homeowners who are eligible for the Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program. The bill outlines key provisions, including the use of the same grantee agencies and application process as the Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program, a benefit level not exceeding 25% of the total annual water and sewer bill, and a requirement for households receiving benefits to cooperate with any demand-side water conservation programs provided at no expense.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H690 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H690.pdf |
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