Progressives are demanding Beacon Hill lawmakers reject Gov. Healey’s suite of proposed changes to state-run emergency shelters, while other critics welcome the governor’s requests, some of which

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is proposing to significantly tighten the rules on who is allowed into the state’s emergency shelter system. But some advocates for the homeless argue the sweeping changes would have long-term negative effects of needy families.

The governor of Massachusetts has proposed that at least one member of a family staying in emergency shelters be in the country legally, hardening her stance at a time when concerns were raised about