Housing

in committee · Massachusetts · House Sep 25, 2025

HD 4931: An Act relative to expanding access to the Family Self-Sufficiency Program in the commonwealth

By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Bowen of Beverly, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Manny Cruz, Hannah Bowen and John Francis Moran for legislation to expand access to the family self-sufficiency program. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands access to Family Self-Sufficiency Program, directly advancing housing stability and affordability for low-income families through program access.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 12, 2026

H 4568: An Act relative to expanding access to the Family Self-Sufficiency Program in the commonwealth

By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Bowen of Beverly, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Manny Cruz, Hannah Bowen and John Francis Moran for legislation to expand access to the family self-sufficiency program. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands access to Family Self-Sufficiency Program, a housing assistance initiative focused on economic stability and affordable housing access.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1501: 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 HousingImproves equity in emergency shelter program addressing homelessness, a core housing issue. Subject explicitly listed as 'Housing' with no opposing indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 290: An Act allowing certain minors to consent to supportive services

By Representatives Ultrino of Malden and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 290) of Steven Ultrino and Sean Garballey for legislation to authorize unaccompanied homeless youth between the ages of 15 and 18 to consent to supportive services and shelter. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables unaccompanied homeless youth (15-18) to consent to shelter/services, directly addressing homelessness - a core housing policy concern.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1796: An Act relative to rent escrow

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1796) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for legislation to further regulate rent escrow. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRegulates rent escrow to protect tenant funds, strengthening tenant rights and financial security per Judiciary bill focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 1184: An Act relative to summary process

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1184) of Liz Miranda for legislation relative to summary process and rental assistance. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes 'rental assistance' funding, directly advancing tenant affordability and housing stability through legislative support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3042: An Act establishing a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in the town of Concord

By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3042) of Simon Cataldo and Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) that town of Concord be authorized to establish a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates targeted fee surcharge revenue specifically for affordable housing funding, advancing public service investment through dedicated fiscal mechanism.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes permit fee surcharge specifically for affordable housing funding, directly advancing housing affordability goals through dedicated revenue.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Affordable Housing Building Codes

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2089: An Act relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2089) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts. Revenue.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes savings accounts for first-time homebuyers, directly enabling down payment access and advancing affordable housing by reducing entry barriers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 30, 2025

SD 3318: An Act to establish tenant escrow savings accounts

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to establish tenant escrow savings accounts. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes tenant escrow accounts to protect security deposits, strengthening tenant rights and housing stability under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 3, 2025

H 3443: An Act relative to the creation of a branch of the Boston Public Library within an affordable housing development in the Dorchester section of the City of Boston

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3443) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain subsidized affordable housing project, including space for a branch library to be procured by the Boston Public Library, in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates subsidized affordable housing project with library space, directly advancing affordable housing initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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