The bill makes appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to supplement existing funds and support various activities and projects, declaring it an emergency law for the immediate preservation of public convenience. It appropriates funds from the General Fund and the Transitional Escrow Fund for unanticipated obligations and alterations of purpose, ensuring these funds are available through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Notably, $425 million is allocated for supportive services and safe shelter for unhoused families in Massachusetts, with provisions for fund transfers to state agencies and the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund.

Additionally, the bill amends certain provisions in chapter 23B of the General Laws regarding the emergency housing assistance program. It modifies eligibility criteria for families with children or pregnant women, limiting their eligibility to a specified number of consecutive months. The amendments also remove specific subparagraphs and terms from the existing law to streamline the regulations governing the program, thereby adjusting the framework for how families can access emergency housing assistance.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 23B-30