S.1260

Relative to violent or sexual offenses committed by those using the Emergency Assistance shelter system

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1260 amends the Emergency Assistance shelter system to bar individuals convicted or charged with violent felonies or sexual offenses.

Massachusetts S1260 amends the Emergency Assistance shelter system by adding a provision that prohibits individuals convicted or charged with violent felonies or sexual offenses from continuing to receive benefits unless they receive a written waiver from the director of the Massachusetts emergency assistance program. This change aims to ensure that those using the shelter system are not involved in serious criminal activities while receiving state assistance.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 21, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 2

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Feb 26

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026

Feb 12

Senate

Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026