S1946
An Act relative to the housing development incentive program
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Bill overview
This bill aims to modify the existing Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) in Massachusetts. It seeks to clarify and potentially expand the program’s goals and processes, focusing on increasing the supply of affordable housing units. The bill intends to streamline the application and review process for developers seeking incentives and to ensure that the program effectively supports the creation of diverse housing options. It also addresses potential issues and inconsistencies within the current HDIP framework.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the criteria for awarding HDIP incentives.
- Expands the types of housing projects eligible for incentives.
- Streamlines the application and review process for developers.
- Addresses potential inconsistencies in the current HDIP framework.
- Focuses on increasing the supply of affordable housing units.
Who is affected
- Developers of affordable housing projects
- Massachusetts Housing Development Agencies
- Low- and moderate-income residents
- Housing advocates
- State government
Notable changes
- Potential modifications to eligibility criteria for HDIP incentives.
- Possible expansion of eligible housing project types.
- Streamlined application and review processes.
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Primary sponsor
John J. Cronin
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Bill S.1946 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the housing development incentive program
By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1946) of John J. Cronin, Vanna Howard, James K. Hawkins and John F. Keenan for legislation relative to the housing development incentive program. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John J. Cronin Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1946
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026 |
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