Massachusetts S974 establishes liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program.

Massachusetts S974 amends Chapter 23B of the General Laws by adding Section 30A, which mandates that hotels, motels, or lodging facilities contracted by the Commonwealth to provide emergency housing assistance must maintain active general liability and property damage insurance. These policies must cover damages caused by occupants placed through the emergency housing assistance program. Facilities must provide annual proof of insurance coverage to the executive office before signing any contract and upon renewal.

Massachusetts S974 establishes liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program.

Massachusetts S974 amends Chapter 23B of the General Laws by adding Section 30A, which mandates that hotels, motels, or lodging facilities contracted by the Commonwealth to provide emergency housing assistance must maintain active general liability and property damage insurance. These policies must cover damages caused by occupants placed through the emergency housing assistance program. Facilities must provide annual proof of insurance coverage to the executive office before signing any contract and upon renewal.