Massachusetts Limits Shelter Stays for Migrants Amid Rising Pressures

Governor Healey's new policy reflects growing national challenges and fiscal strains on shelter systems.

Shelter stays for migrants in Massachusetts are now limited to nine months, with further restrictions on temporary overflow shelters.
The state hired consultants to help implement the new policies, which have sparked controversy among advocates and nonprofits.
Governor Healey defends the measures as necessary due to financial constraints and overwhelming demand.
Critics argue the new policies do not adequately address the underlying housing crisis and leave vulnerable families in precarious situations.
The policy changes coincide with similar measures in other Democratic-led cities facing migrant influxes.