An Act to plan, preserve, and protect

This bill creates a 5-year pilot program allowing cities and towns to apply for participation in a "tenant opportunity to purchase" initiative. It directly affects municipalities meeting specific criteria: those with at least 70% rental units, high eviction rates or Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFIT) applications, and high poverty rates. Eligible cities must apply through the Executive Office of Housing by June 2026, with up to 15 zip codes selected to test new regulations developed by the office by December 2025. The program requires annual reporting and will conclude with a final report evaluating its effectiveness for future expansion or termination.