H 5095
An Act relative to consumer rights of renters
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts
Session
194th General Court (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 9:24 PM
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Bill overview
Section 15B of chapter 186 of the General Laws, as appearing in the 2024 Official Edition, is hereby amended by inserting at the end thereof the following:- (10) A lessor, or agent thereof, of a residential property shall not require the signing of a lease more than four months in advance of the termination date of the current lease.
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Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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