H1503

Relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1503 mandates universal background checks for applicants in the emergency housing assistance program.

Massachusetts H1503 amends the emergency housing assistance program by requiring the executive office to conduct comprehensive criminal background checks on all applicants. This includes utilizing all relevant state and federal information systems, such as the criminal offender record information system. The bill aims to enhance the safety and security of the housing assistance program by ensuring thorough vetting of applicants.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Housing Hearing

History

Apr 13

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 3, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1

Oct 3, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order