An Act maintaining parity in legal services for small property owners

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand legal aid eligibility to include small business property owners who own three or fewer properties and meet specific income or loan-to-value criteria. It requires that in landlord-tenant disputes, if a tenant qualifies for legal services, the landlord must also be evaluated for eligibility; legal aid cannot be provided to the tenant unless the landlord is also served. The legislation directs that at least 80% of funding for legal assistance programs be distributed to local organizations based on the number of eligible clients they serve, ensuring balanced support for both tenants and small property owners.