Gov. Healey announced changes​ that would require all shelter applicants to prove their residency status, increase background checks, and more.

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced that all state-run shelters will be inspected and their policies will be reviewed after a migrant was found with 10 pounds of fentanyl and a

Gov. Maura Healey proposed a series of major changes to state-run emergency shelters Wednesday that attempt to cordon off the maxed-out system from individuals who are not Massachusetts residents, including by implementing a three-month residency requirement.

Less than a week after condemning security concerns surrounding a lack of background checks performed at shelters, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is proposing changes to the state's right-to-shelter law.