Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

H295 — An Act relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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 addresses benefits for diapers from the Department of Transitional Assistance.

This bill relates to benefits provided by the Department of Transitional Assistance specifically for diapers. It focuses on how these benefits are administered to assist families in need.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may receive assistance for purchasing diapers, supporting their children's basic needs.

Summary

An Act relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers

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The bill adds a monthly payment for diapers to recipients and parents for each dependent child.

  • Section 1 of chapter 117A

    In addition to any other payment, the department shall pay a sum of $30 per month for the purchase of diapers to a recipient for each dependent child, as defined in section 1 of chapter 118.

    This adds a new payment for recipients to assist with purchasing diapers.

  • Section 2 of chapter 118

    In addition to any other payment, the department shall pay a sum of $30 per month for the purchase of diapers to a parent for each dependent child.

    This adds a new payment for parents to assist with purchasing diapers.

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

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H295 do?
An Act relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers
Who sponsors H295?
H295 is sponsored by Steven George Xiarhos (Republican).
What is the current status of H295?
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 H295?
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