H65
Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for a Constitutional right to housing
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Bill overview
This proposal seeks to add a constitutional right to housing in Massachusetts. It argues that access to safe and adequate housing is a fundamental right and should be protected through the state constitution. The amendment would establish a framework for ensuring that all residents have access to housing, though the specific details of how this right would be implemented are not yet defined. The proposal has faced repeated attempts to block its progress in the legislature.
Key provisions
- Establishes a constitutional right to housing.
- Requires the state to take steps to ensure access to adequate housing.
- Likely includes provisions for addressing homelessness and housing instability.
- May outline a process for resolving housing disputes.
- Could establish standards for housing quality and affordability.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Individuals experiencing homelessness
- Low-income households
- Housing providers
- The state government
Notable changes
- Introduces a new constitutional right, which would be a significant change to the state’s legal framework.
- Could lead to increased state investment in affordable housing programs.
- May require adjustments to existing housing regulations and policies.
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Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Vincent Lawrence Dixon
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Proposal for Constitutional Amendment H.65 194th (Current)
Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for a Constitutional right to housing
By Representative Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition (accompanied by proposal for constitutional amendment, House, No. 65) of Vincent Lawrence Dixon for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the right to housing. Housing.
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Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Michael S. Day (By Request)
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Displaying 5 actions for Proposal for Constitutional Amendment H.65
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/3/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 3/3/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in B-1 |
| 5/1/2025 | Senate | Proposal for Constitutional Amendment ought not to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file |
| 5/1/2025 | House | Placed on file, in concurrence |
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