Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H288 — An Act preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill prevents children's savings account funds from affecting cash assistance benefits.

This legislation ensures that money in children's savings accounts won't count as income when determining eligibility for cash assistance. This aims to help families save without losing support.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can save money for their children's future without risking their cash assistance benefits.

Summary

An Act preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H288 do?
An Act preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits
Who sponsors H288?
H288 is sponsored by Chynah Tyler (Democrat).
What is the current status of H288?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H288?
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