S2736
An Act relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Maggie Hubbard Rental Safety Act, aims to improve safety standards for short-term rentals in Massachusetts. It requires inspections of buildings used for short-term rentals to ensure they meet minimum safety requirements, addressing concerns raised following a tragic fire. The bill also establishes a process for addressing safety violations and potentially limiting the operation of unsafe rentals.
Key provisions
- Requires inspections of short-term rental properties.
- Establishes safety standards for short-term rentals.
- Creates a process for addressing safety violations.
- Potentially limits the operation of unsafe rentals.
- Addresses safety concerns following a tragic fire.
Who is affected
- Short-term rental owners and operators
- Tenants in short-term rental properties
- Massachusetts residents
- Local municipalities
Notable changes
- Introduces a mandatory inspection system for short-term rentals.
- Addresses safety concerns related to the operation of short-term rentals.
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Bill S.2736 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act
By Mr. Cyr and Ms.Luddy of Orleans, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2736) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Julian Cyr, Hadley Luddy and Patrick M. O'Connor relative to inspections of buildings or structures occupied in short-term rentals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Julian Cyr , Hadley Luddy Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.2736
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 6/16/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 7/14/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 7/14/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 11/19/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 11/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/25/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 2/2/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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