Web Site:

www.mass.gov/dta

Organization Chart

Mission:

The mission of the Department of Transitional Assistance is to assist low-income individuals and families to meet their basic needs, increase their incomes and improve their quality of life.

Governing Laws:

Statutes

MGL C. 18 S. 1-30	Department of Transitional Assistance
MGL C. 118 S. 1-11	Aid to Families with Dependent Children
St. 1995 C. 5 S. 1-143	An Act Reforming the Welfare System as amended
MGL C. 118A S. 1-8	Assistance to the Aged and Disabled
MGL C. 117A S. 1-10	Support by the Commonwealth (EAEDC)

Regulations

106 CMR	Department of Transitional Assistance Regulations and Legal Notices

 

Reports:

• Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC) Caseload
  


• SNAP (formerly the Food Stamp program) Caseload
  


• Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Caseload
  


• Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) Caseload
  


• DTA Facts & Figures as required by line-item 4400-1000