H 225 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance to provide an additional $30 monthly payment for diapers to recipients of state assistance who have dependent children. The funds are intended to help families purchase essential hygiene products, with the amount allocated per child rather than as a flat sum. The legislation applies to individuals currently receiving benefits under the state's child support and welfare programs. By adding this specific line item to existing laws, the bill creates a direct financial benefit to eligible parents without altering other parts of the assistance system.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Sep 5, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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