S 1030
An Act to increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve transparency in how Massachusetts records of property ownership are maintained. It seeks to ensure homeowners and businesses have clear access to information about mortgages and other liens affecting their property. The legislation intends to standardize reporting requirements for mortgages, bolstering property rights and reducing potential confusion or disputes. The bill builds upon previous attempts to address similar issues within the state’s land record systems.
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Michael D. Brady
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Michael D. Brady
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Bill S.1030 194th (Current)
An Act to increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1030) of Michael D. Brady for legislation to further regulate the reporting requirements of mortgages secured by residential property. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael D. Brady Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1030
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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