H 1483
An Act relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the use of credit reports in housing, specifically for tenants receiving rent subsidies. It prohibits landlords from using credit reports to screen prospective tenants in subsidized housing programs. The goal is to reduce barriers to housing for individuals with limited credit history and promote fair housing practices.
Key provisions
- Landlords cannot use credit reports to deny or limit housing opportunities.
- The bill applies to tenants receiving rental assistance programs.
- It aligns with the principles of fair housing and equal opportunity.
- The bill aims to reduce discrimination based on credit history.
- It prohibits using credit reports as the sole basis for tenant selection.
Who is affected
- Rent-subsidized tenants
- Landlords
- Housing providers
- Low-income individuals
- Consumers
Notable changes
- It restricts the use of credit reporting in subsidized housing.
- It reinforces protections against discriminatory housing practices.
- It builds upon previous legislative efforts to safeguard consumer rights.
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Bill H.1483 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants
By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1483) of Manny Cruz relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants. Housing.
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Presenter: Manny Cruz
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1483
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 4/13/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27) |
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