Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 288: An Act preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 288 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits. Primary sponsor: Chynah Tyler (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 31, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see H4883.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 288) of Chynah Tyler relative to preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chynah Tyler | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7th 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 a study order, see H4883
- Hearing rescheduled to 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:15 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities