An Act relative to access to air conditioning and relief from oppressive heat

This bill amends Massachusetts housing laws to allow tenants and condominium owners to install their own portable air conditioners, such as window or floor units, without landlord or board approval. Landlords and property managers can only restrict these devices if the units violate safety codes, damage the property, require electrical capacity the building cannot support, or interfere with emergency exits and security locks. The legislation also grants landlords immunity from lawsuits regarding injuries caused by tenant-installed cooling devices and mandates that any necessary restrictions be provided in writing to residents. Additionally, the law requires landlords facing electrical limitations to prioritize access to cooling for individuals with disabilities who need the devices to manage medical conditions.