H1554

To secure housing for returning citizens

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1554 establishes a priority for housing returning citizens in various housing programs.

Massachusetts H1554 amends several sections of the General Laws to prioritize housing for incarcerated persons about to be released from a correctional facility and formerly incarcerated persons. The bill mandates that housing programs, including those funded by the Department of Housing and Community Development, allocate a priority for returning citizens. It also requires the development of outcome-based measurements for the success of housing programs and supportive services.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 23, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Housing Hearing

History

Apr 13

House

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

Sep 18, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, October 31, 2025

Sep 18, 2025

House

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