SD 308 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act establishing an emergency assistance shelter system oversight commission to continually evaluate all expenditures related to the system

SD 308 creates an oversight commission to regularly review how state funds are spent on emergency shelter systems. The commission, made up of legislative leaders and state agency heads (including housing, health, and finance officials), will analyze all costs monthly - including goods and services provided to shelter users - to assess cost-effectiveness. It must submit written reports with recommendations to both legislative chambers by the 15th of each month. This bill directly affects how the state manages and monitors its emergency shelter funding, aiming to ensure taxpayer dollars are used efficiently.
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