Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 974: An Act establishing liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 974 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program. Primary sponsor: Kelly Dooner (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (December 4, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2765.
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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. 974) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to establish liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Dooner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Third Bristol and Plymouth |
| 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 S2765
- Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing