HD 1051 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act requiring the reporting of satisfaction of judgments awarding money damages

HD 1051 requires parties who win money judgments in court to file a notice with the court confirming full payment within 60 days. This applies to most civil money judgments (including rent-related cases under Chapter 239) but excludes cases settled via court-enforced collection. Failure to file may make the winning party liable for the paying party's reasonable costs and attorney fees to prove payment. The law directly affects individuals and businesses that obtain court-ordered money awards, ensuring formal documentation of payment completion.
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