An Act enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to give cities and towns in Massachusetts more power to control rent increases and protect tenants’ rights. It would allow municipalities to implement regulations to limit how much landlords can raise rents and to establish procedures for tenants facing eviction. The goal is to make housing more affordable and secure for renters throughout the state.
Key provisions
- Allows cities and towns to establish rent stabilization policies.
- Provides tenants with greater protections against unfair evictions.
- May include provisions for rent control or rent stabilization mechanisms.
- Could establish local housing boards or commissions to oversee rent regulations.
- Could require landlords to provide relocation assistance to tenants facing rent increases.
Who is affected
- Tenants
- Landlords
- Cities and Towns in Massachusetts
- Housing Market
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- Could introduce local rent control or stabilization measures.
- May strengthen tenant protections during eviction proceedings.
- Could shift some authority over housing regulations from the state to local governments.
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Sponsors
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48 on record
Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
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