H 4911·MA·house
An Act relative to a diaper allowance to meet early childhood needs
Reported by CommitteeFiled Jan 12, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
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House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Jan 12, 2026
Summary
The bill adds a new, once‑a‑year payment for each child under three to help families cover diaper costs. It applies to people who qualify for assistance under existing Massachusetts programs and will be funded only if money is appropriated. The Department of Transitional Assistance must issue rules for the program within six months of the bill’s passage.
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