Establishes residency requirements for emergency housing assistance in Massachusetts.

This bill amends the General Laws to set residency requirements for eligibility in the emergency housing assistance program. It limits eligibility to U.S. citizens and lawfully present immigrants who have lived in Massachusetts for at least 12 consecutive months. Acceptable proof of residency includes a Massachusetts state income tax return, a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement, or pay stubs showing continuous employment in the state, all dated at least one year prior.

Establishes residency requirements for emergency housing assistance in Massachusetts.

This bill amends the General Laws to set residency requirements for eligibility in the emergency housing assistance program. It limits eligibility to U.S. citizens and lawfully present immigrants who have lived in Massachusetts for at least 12 consecutive months. Acceptable proof of residency includes a Massachusetts state income tax return, a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement, or pay stubs showing continuous employment in the state, all dated at least one year prior.