Housing (Affordable Housing)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4975: An Act relative to affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury

HD 4975 allows the West Tisbury Affordable Housing Trust to use its funds for community housing projects targeting households earning up to 150% of Dukes County's median income (as reported by HUD). This specifically expands the income eligibility for trust-funded housing beyond previous limits, though Community Preservation Act funds remain subject to their own income rules. The bill directly affects low-to-moderate-income households in West Tisbury seeking affordable housing through the town's trust fund. It makes no changes to other housing programs or funding sources.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands income eligibility for trust-funded housing to 150% AMI, directly advancing affordable housing access for low-to-moderate-income households in West Tisbury.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 19, 2026

S 768: Resolve creating a special commission on affordable housing insurance

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 768) of John F. Keenan, Steven Owens and Vanna Howard that provisions be made to create a special commission on affordable housing insurance. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly creates a commission focused on affordable housing insurance, directly advancing affordable housing initiatives through policy study.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 8, 2026

H 1279: Resolve creating a special commission on affordable housing insurance

By Representative Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 1279) of Steven Owens and Vanna Howard for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to develop statutory and regulatory framework to address the setting of rates by insurance companies for properties with affordability restrictions. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates commission to study insurance rate-setting for affordable housing properties, aiming to prevent cost barriers that hinder affordability and maintenance of such units.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3149: An Act establishing a commission to study reforms to the low-income housing tax credit program

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3149) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study reforms to the low-income housing tax credit program. Revenue.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes commission to study reforms to low-income housing tax credit program, aiming to strengthen affordable housing funding mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 2255: An Act facilitating approval of inclusionary zoning for affordable housing

By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2255) of Mike Connolly relative to local approval of inclusionary zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingFacilitates inclusionary zoning adoption, requiring affordable units in new developments to increase housing supply and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1937: An Act enabling a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1937) of Joanne M. Comerford, Adam Gomez, James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to grant a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProposes real estate transfer fee tax to fund affordable housing, directly generating revenue for public housing program.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates real estate transfer fee specifically to fund affordable housing, directly advancing housing access through dedicated revenue.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 30, 2025

S 1441: An Act simplifying inclusionary zoning

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1441) of Lydia Edwards for legislation relative to inclusionary zones in affordable housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingSimplifies inclusionary zoning to increase affordable housing supply, directly advancing affordable housing policy as per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 22, 2025

H 2284: An Act encouraging public-private partnerships to create affordable housing at public sites

By Representative Honan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2284) of Kevin G. Honan relative to the conveyance of municipal property for the construction of mixed-use developments that include housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly promotes public-private partnerships for affordable housing development on municipal sites, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 5, 2025

H 1551: An Act relative to the Affordable Homes Act

By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1551) of Paul McMurtry and Michael O. Moore relative to the renovation and repair of housing authority properties. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly targets renovation/repair of housing authority properties under 'Affordable Homes Act,' directly advancing maintenance of existing affordable housing stock.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 5, 2025

H 1550: An Act relative to PILOT agreements on replaced public housing

By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1550) of Paul McMurtry relative to PILOT agreements on replaced public housing. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes PILOT agreements for replaced public housing, ensuring funding mechanisms to maintain affordable housing stock during redevelopment. Directly supports affordable housing continuity through financial arrangements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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