Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 121: An Act strengthening social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 121 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act strengthening social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility. Primary sponsor: Kelly Dooner (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (November 26, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2754.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 121) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to strengthen social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Dooner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Third Bristol and Plymouth |
| Kelly Pease | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Hampden |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“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 S2754
- Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities