Housing (Renters)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4094: An Act relative to fairness in home sales

This bill amends Massachusetts' fair housing law (Chapter 151B) to expand protections beyond rental housing. It adds "home sales" to the list of covered areas and includes "prospective homebuyers" alongside tenants. The law now explicitly prohibits discrimination in home buying, rental accommodations, and downpayment assistance programs. These changes directly affect home sellers, buyers, and lenders in Massachusetts by extending fair housing safeguards to the home purchase process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands anti-discrimination protections to home sales and buyers, preventing housing discrimination in purchasing process per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Renters

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4483: An Act authorizing the Provincetown year-round market rate rental housing trust to acquire year-round housing occupancy restrictions

This bill authorizes the Provincetown Year-Round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust (created in 2016) to acquire "year-round housing occupancy restrictions" on properties within Provincetown. These restrictions require that housing on specified land be occupied as a primary residence for at least 11 months annually by renters or owners, preventing seasonal short-term rentals. The trust must get Select Board approval before acquiring such restrictions, which must be recorded in land records and enforced through legal means if violated. The bill directly affects future property owners in Provincetown where these restrictions apply.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents seasonal short-term rentals by requiring 11-month primary residence occupancy, preserving year-round housing availability and protecting affordable housing stock in Provincetown.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3103: An Act to further lead remediation in rental housing by increasing the deleading credit

By Representative Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3103) of Sean Garballey relative to rental housing deleading income tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases income tax credit for rental housing deleading, providing tax relief through expanded fiscal support for housing remediation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases deleading tax credit for rental housing, advancing housing safety and quality through financial incentives for landlords.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 336: An Act relative to consumer rights of renters

By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 336) of Tackey Chan for legislation to prohibit certain supplemental fees levied against prospective tenants or current tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits supplemental fees against renters, strengthening tenant protections under housing policy95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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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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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 6, 2025

H 1511: An Act establishing the Massachusetts rental assistance and financial stability program

By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1511) of Carlos González relative to establishing a rental assistance and financial stability program. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes rental assistance program funding, directly advancing affordable housing access per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 22: An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to regulate rent in residential dwelling units

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 22) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Mike Connolly, Erika Uyterhoeven and Christine P. Barber (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Somerville to regulate rent in residential dwelling units. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes Somerville to regulate rent, strengthening tenant protections and promoting housing affordability through rent stabilization measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 7, 2025

H 1526: An Act establishing a rent stabilization commission

By Representative Hong of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1526) of Tara T. Hong for an investigation by a special commission relative to rent stabilization. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes rent stabilization commission to regulate rent increases, protecting tenants and promoting affordable housing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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