Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1566: An Act relative to residential assistance for families in transition (RAFT)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1566 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to residential assistance for families in transition (RAFT). Primary sponsor: Priscila Sousa (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 6, 2025): Accompanied H1496.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Sousa of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1566) of Priscila S. Sousa that the the Department of Housing and Community Development administer residential assistance for families in transition homelessness prevention programs. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priscila Sousa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Middlesex |
| Russell Holmes | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Suffolk |
“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 H1496
- Reporting date extended to Friday, October 31, 2025
- Hearing scheduled for 07/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing