Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1503: An Act relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1503 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks. It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Frost of Auburn and Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1503) of Paul K. Frost, Joseph D. McKenna and others relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donnie Berthiaume | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Worcester |
| Paul Frost | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 7th Worcester |
| Brad Jones | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 20th Middlesex |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
| Kelly Pease | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Hampden |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing