Housing (Affordable Housing)

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 8, 2025

S 2762: An Act relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program

Senate, December 8, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1010) of Liz Miranda, Sal N. DiDomenico and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to create a permanent affordability homeownership program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2762).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a permanent affordability homeownership program, directly advancing affordable housing access through dedicated funding and program structure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 2832: An Act establishing the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program

Senate, December 11, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 989) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to establish the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2832).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a program for missing-middle starter homes, directly advancing affordable housing development and home ownership opportunities for middle-income buyers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development Zoning

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2751: An Act relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars

Senate, December 22, 2025 -- The committee on Revenue to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1973) of James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to the imposition of an excise tax to provide for climate change adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing investments in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2751)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes excise tax to fund climate adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill imposes excise tax to fund climate change adaptation infrastructure, directly advancing environmental protection through dedicated funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill imposes excise tax to fund affordable housing investments, directly advancing housing affordability through dedicated funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Climate Change Affordable Housing

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 2835: An Act accelerating housing production

Senate, December 11, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 993) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to accelerate housing production through a combination of incentives, zoning reforms, and financing solutions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2835).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly accelerates housing production through incentives, zoning reforms, and financing solutions, directly advancing housing development and supply.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Zoning

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5191: An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Arlington

HD 5191 establishes a real estate transfer fee for property sales in Arlington, applicable to transactions exceeding 50-150% of the state median home price. The fee, ranging from 0.05% to 2% of the sale price, would be paid by buyers, sellers, or both (determined by town meeting) and collected for the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The bill includes exemptions for gifts between family members, government transfers, affordable housing units, and foreclosures, among others. Specific fee rates and thresholds will be set by Arlington's town meeting following select board recommendations. All revenue must fund affordable housing programs, with annual reports tracking fund usage and impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a real estate transfer fee (0.05%-2%) to fund the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund, directly allocating tax revenue to support housing affordability programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund via transfer fees on property sales, directly advancing affordable housing initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5278: An Act authorizing the town of Truro to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee

This bill imposes a 0.5% fee on the purchase price of real estate in Truro, paid by the buyer at the time of sale. The fee funds two town accounts: 50% goes to the Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund and 50% to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. First-time homebuyers (who live in the home for 5+ years), government transfers, family transfers, and certain charitable or low-value transfers are exempt. Buyers must pay the fee in full by closing, with interest accruing on unpaid amounts, and failure to pay creates a personal debt enforceable in court.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates 50% of 0.5% real estate fee to Affordable Housing Trust Fund, directly funding housing initiatives per bill's summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4954: An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to levy a real estate transfer fee on certain real property transfers

This bill allows the Town of Brookline to impose a real estate transfer fee on property sales within the town. The fee, ranging from 0.5% to 2% of the sale price above a set threshold, is paid by the seller (not the buyer) at closing. Proceeds fund the Brookline Affordable Housing Trust Fund, supporting the acquisition, construction, and preservation of housing for low- and moderate-income households. The fee applies to most property transfers, with exemptions possible but not specified in the bill text.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new real estate transfer tax (0.5%-2%) to fund affordable housing trust, directly increasing public service funding via targeted taxation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a seller-paid fee funding Brookline's Affordable Housing Trust Fund for low/moderate-income housing acquisition, construction, and preservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4839: An Act authorizing the town of Eastham to impose a 3% real estate transfer fee

This bill authorizes the Town of Eastham to charge a 3% fee on real estate transfers exceeding $1, paid by the buyer at closing. The fee funds Eastham's Affordable Housing Trust Fund or Wastewater Stabilization Fund, as determined by the Select Board. Exemptions include first-time homebuyers (who must live in the home for 5 years), government transfers, family transfers, and certain charitable or affordable housing transactions. The fee is a personal debt of the buyer, with interest accruing on unpaid amounts at the same rate as real estate taxes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill directly funds Affordable Housing Trust Fund via 3% transfer fee, with exemptions for first-time homebuyers and affordable housing transactions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4880: An Act establishing a real property transfer fee in the town of Chatham

HD 4880 imposes a 0.5% fee on real property transfers in Chatham where the purchase price is $2 million or more, payable by the buyer at the time of transfer. The fee requires a certificate of payment for the transfer to be recorded by the registry of deeds, and all collected funds go directly into the Town's Housing Fund to support affordable housing (for households earning up to 100% of the area median income) and attainable housing (for households earning up to 200% of the area median income). The bill exempts certain transfers, such as those to government entities, and allows refunds within seven days if a transaction is canceled. This fee directly affects high-value property buyers in Chatham, with no impact on lower-priced transactions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingImposes 0.5% transfer fee on high-value properties to fund affordable housing (≤100% AMI) and attainable housing (≤200% AMI) via dedicated Housing Fund.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4101: An Act authorizing the city of Cambridge to impose a real estate transfer fee

HD 4101 imposes a 2% real estate transfer fee on property sales in Cambridge exceeding $1 million (adjusted annually using the Consumer Price Index for Boston-area urban consumers). The fee applies to sellers of high-value properties, including controlling interests in entities holding Cambridge real estate, and is paid at the time of property recording. Revenue collected flows directly into the Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support affordable housing initiatives. Exemptions include transfers involving government entities, properties with long-term affordable housing restrictions, and certain non-monetary transfers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 2% real estate transfer fee on high-value sales to fund affordable housing trust, directly increasing tax revenue for public service.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds affordable housing via 2% transfer fee on high-value sales, directing revenue to Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust Fund per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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