H 983 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to crumbling concrete prevention and protection

This bill creates a program to address crumbling concrete foundations caused by minerals like pyrrhotite or framboidal pyrite, which can lead to structural damage. It requires home inspectors to inform potential buyers about the risk of these minerals in foundations and mandates concrete manufacturers to test and report on their materials. A Crumbling Concrete Assistance Fund, financed by penalties from insurance companies that denied foundation repair claims (2000-2025) and a 3% annual tax on insurance profits, will provide tax-exempt financial assistance for repairs. Homeowners with affected foundations can apply for help through a new relief agency, which will also provide public information and manage fund eligibility.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Mar 30, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
6
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources
lower
1 primary · 7 co-sponsors

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