An Act to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents

This bill amends Massachusetts law to prohibit bullying within residential communities for elderly and disabled residents, covering both physical actions and electronic harassment. It defines bullying broadly to include cyber-bullying, group bullying, and mobbing by residents, employees, or visitors, extending protections to activities sponsored by property owners or managers. The legislation requires covered housing developments, which are subsidized and intended for those aged 55 or older or persons with disabilities, to establish and enforce prevention and intervention plans. These plans must address incidents occurring on-site or off-site if they create a hostile environment for victims within the community.