S 1447
An Act enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants
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Bill overview
This bill aims to give cities and towns in Massachusetts the ability to regulate rents and protect tenants. It would allow local governments to implement measures to prevent excessive rent increases and ensure stable housing costs for renters. The legislation seeks to address housing affordability challenges and provide greater security for renters within Massachusetts municipalities. The bill is currently under consideration by the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Primary sponsor
Patricia D. Jehlen
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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