H 3139
An Act ensuring transparency in property deed requests
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase transparency regarding property deed requests in Massachusetts. It requires that information about these requests be readily available to the public, promoting openness and accountability in property transactions. The bill seeks to ensure that individuals have access to information related to who is requesting property deeds and why. This will help to prevent misuse of property records and foster greater trust in the real estate process.
Key provisions
- Requires disclosure of information related to property deed requests.
- Aims to increase public access to records of property deed requests.
- Focuses on promoting transparency in property transactions.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Revenue and subsequently heard.
Who is affected
- Property owners
- Real estate professionals
- The public
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a framework for greater transparency in property deed requests.
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Primary sponsor
Steven S. Howitt
Cosponsor
Steven S. Howitt
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Bill H.3139 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring transparency in property deed requests
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3139) of Steven S. Howitt relative to transparency in property deed requests. Revenue.
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Presenter: Steven S. Howitt
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3139
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing canceled – new hearing TBD |
| 10/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/07/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 3/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5203 |
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