An Act to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to prohibit housing discrimination in Massachusetts. It seeks to strengthen protections for renters and homebuyers, ensuring equal access to housing opportunities regardless of protected characteristics. The legislation seeks to expand existing fair housing laws and provide clearer guidelines for preventing discriminatory practices. By addressing housing discrimination, the bill intends to promote equitable housing access and opportunity for all residents of the Commonwealth.
Key provisions
- Expands protected classes under fair housing laws to include more characteristics.
- Requires landlords and housing providers to provide clear and accessible information about housing policies.
- Establishes a process for investigating and addressing complaints of housing discrimination.
- Creates a fund to support fair housing education and outreach programs.
- Clarifies definitions related to housing discrimination.
- Mandates training for housing professionals on fair housing laws.
- Prohibits discrimination based on source of income.
Who is affected
- Renters
- Homebuyers
- Landlords
- Housing Providers
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- The bill expands the definition of protected characteristics under existing fair housing laws.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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