An Act advancing the Massachusetts social housing program
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand the social housing program in Massachusetts by authorizing the development of mixed-income social housing. It directs the Massachusetts Housing Finance Authority to administer this new housing development. The bill declares an emergency to ensure immediate action is taken to address the need for social housing. This legislation seeks to increase the availability of affordable housing options within the state.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the development of mixed-income social housing.
- Designates the Massachusetts Housing Finance Authority to administer the program.
- Establishes a framework for the creation of new social housing units.
Who is affected
- Low- and moderate-income residents of Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Housing Finance Authority
- Housing developers
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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