An Act creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers

HD 2397 establishes a 17-member commission to study barriers low-income workers face in finding and keeping jobs with sustainable wages in Massachusetts. The commission, including government officials, labor representatives, business leaders, and experts, will examine specific issues like the "cliff effect" (where small income increases cause loss of critical benefits) and ineffective service programs. It must file recommendations, including potential legislation, by March 1, 2027, after gathering input through hearings and public testimony. This bill directly affects low-income workers in Massachusetts by directing a formal study to inform future policy changes.