An Act providing for tenant agents
This bill amends Massachusetts law to allow licensed real estate brokers to work exclusively with tenants to find rental properties. Under the new rules, these agents can negotiate lease terms on behalf of renters and present offers to landlords without needing to represent the property owner. The legislation primarily affects prospective tenants seeking housing assistance and real estate professionals who wish to specialize in tenant representation. By clarifying the scope of work for licensed brokers, the bill aims to formalize the role of agents who advocate specifically for tenant interests in the rental market.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Mar 28, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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