An Act creating an office of tenant protections
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes an Office of Tenant Protections within the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. The office’s purpose is to provide resources and support to tenants and to advocate for fair and equitable housing practices. It aims to strengthen tenant rights and improve housing stability throughout Massachusetts. The office will work to address issues such as eviction prevention, habitability standards, and discrimination.
Key provisions
- Creation of an Office of Tenant Protections.
- The office will provide information and resources to tenants.
- The office will investigate complaints related to housing violations.
- The office will develop and implement policies to promote fair housing practices.
- The office will work to prevent evictions and support tenants facing eviction.
Who is affected
- Tenants
- Landlords
- The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities
- Housing providers
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated office to address tenant concerns.
- Likely to increase oversight of housing conditions and landlord practices.
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