H1546

Relative to emergency housing assistance eligibility requirements

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1546 amends eligibility for emergency housing assistance to U.S. citizens only.

Massachusetts H1546 amends the eligibility requirements for the emergency housing assistance program to restrict it to U.S. citizens. This bill modifies Section 30 of chapter 23B of the General Laws, ensuring that only those who are citizens of the United States can qualify for this assistance. The change aims to clarify and potentially limit who can access emergency housing support within the state.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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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