Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 2225: An Act creating an Inspector General oversight of the Emergency Assistance Shelter system
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 2225 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act creating an Inspector General oversight of the Emergency Assistance Shelter system. Primary sponsor: Bruce Tarr (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see S2910.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2225) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to create an Inspector General oversight of the Emergency Assistance Shelter system. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Tarr | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Essex and Middlesex |
| Peter Durant | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampshire |
“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 S2910
- Reporting date extended to Saturday January 31, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight