Housing

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1320: An Act establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 765) of Adam Gomez for legislation to establish a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingForeclosure prevention program directly protects homeowners from displacement, aligning with tenant protection and housing stability indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2068: An Act requiring fair housing education for all real estate licensees

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 232) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to further fair housing in real estate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates fair housing education for real estate licensees to prevent discrimination, directly aligning with tenant protection and anti-discrimination policies in housing.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 296: An Act allowing moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1474) of Bruce E. Tarr, David F. DeCoste, David F. DeCoste, Colleen M. Garry and other members of the General Court for legislation to allow moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows moveable tiny houses and ADUs, increasing affordable housing options and development opportunities for residents.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1681: An Act establishing the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1955) of Julian Cyr for legislation to establish the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank. Revenue.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes a housing bank to fund affordable housing development and community housing initiatives, directly advancing housing affordability through financial mechanisms.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4359: An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing and related capital improvements

This bill authorizes the Town of Nantucket to impose a 0.5% fee on the sale of real estate within Nantucket County. The fee is paid by the seller (not the buyer) and funds must be deposited into a dedicated Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The money will directly support affordable and workforce housing projects and related capital improvements. Exemptions include transfers to government entities, but the seller must prove exemption claims to avoid the fee.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes 0.5% real estate transfer fee to fund affordable/workforce housing projects via dedicated trust fund, directly advancing housing affordability goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 4200: An Act to improve municipal equity within the emergency assistance shelter program

By Representative Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1501) of Michael J. Finn for legislation to improve municipal equity within the emergency assistance shelter program. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill improves equity in emergency shelter program, addressing homelessness and strengthening housing access for vulnerable populations within housing assistance.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 3210: An Act supporting the development of children experiencing homelessness

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 215) of Marjorie C. Decker for legislation to provide services to certain children experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly addresses homelessness for children, a core housing issue, by providing services per title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Property Development

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4504: An Act relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston

This bill exempts a specific Dorchester affordable housing and branch library project from standard public procurement laws in Massachusetts (like Chapter 149 and Chapter 7C). It allows the Boston Redevelopment Authority and Boston Public Library to bypass typical public bidding requirements for planning, construction, and property acquisition related to this single project on city-owned land. However, if the project uses federal low-income housing tax credits or tax-exempt bonds, construction contracts for related public works must follow standard Chapter 30, Section 39M rules. The bill also specifies that transferring the project to a nonprofit developer must comply with Chapter 30B, unless the entity is controlled by the library.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts Dorchester affordable housing project from procurement rules to facilitate development, advancing housing access on city-owned land.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Community Development Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 6, 2026

H 3931: An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in the Town of Falmouth for the purpose of funding affordable housing

By Representatives Moakley of Falmouth and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3931) of Thomas W. Moakley and David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that the town of Falmouth be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in said town for the purpose of funding affordable housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates real estate transfer fee (tax) to fund affordable housing, directly allocating tax revenue to public service program.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes real estate transfer fee specifically to fund affordable housing in Falmouth, directly advancing housing affordability goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Mar 13, 2025

HD 1876: An Act establishing the town of Plymouth Land Bank

By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Michelle L. Badger (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a Plymouth land bank in the town of Plymouth. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes Plymouth Land Bank to manage properties for housing development, directly advancing affordable housing goals per bill summary.95% confidence

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