Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 1491: An Act relative to CHAMP that will revert back to local residents receiving priority over applicants that have not been screened as emergency applicants

In committee Last action April 13, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)

Plain-language summary

H 1491 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to CHAMP that will revert back to local residents receiving priority over applicants that have not been screened as emergency applicants. Primary sponsor: David DeCoste (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: David DeCoste (Republican).