By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3194) of Samantha Montaño and others for legislation to increase the deeds excise to fund emergency assistance needs of certain low income tenants and homeowners. Revenue.
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 988) of Paul R. Feeney and Carmine Lawrence Gentile for legislation to provide for analysis of MassHealth claims data in relation to homeless management information systems data related to Medicaid costs associated with persons experiencing homelessness. Housing.
By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2241) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to recovery housing sober homes in environmental justice communities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2356) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to local approval of inclusionary zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.
By Representative Mendes of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1552) of Rita A. Mendes for legislation to create an interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board. Housing.
By Representative Flanagan of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4074) of Christopher Richard Flanagan relative to zoning for single family and multi-family housing for veterans. Municipalities and Regional Government.
This bill establishes a legal framework for "homesharing" in Massachusetts, allowing homeowners (homesharing providers) to rent a room in their owner-occupied home at below-market rates in exchange for domestic services (e.g., cleaning, meal prep) or reduced living costs. It requires written agreements covering rent, services (limited to 7 hours/week), shared spaces, and household rules, while exempting these arrangements from standard landlord-tenant eviction laws. The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) will oversee the program, including setting registration fees, creating a Homesharing Opportunity Relief Fund for emergency assistance (e.g., relocation if agreements fail), and ensuring safety through background checks. The program directly affects homeowners seeking affordable housing help and individuals needing lower-cost housing in exchange for services, excluding medical care or short-term rentals.
By Representatives Consalvo of Boston and Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1481) of Rob Consalvo, Mindy Domb and James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish affordable homes for persons with disabilities. Housing.
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1515) of Natalie M. Higgins, Mike Connolly and Lindsay N. Sabadosa for legislation to develop housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults. Housing.
By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1469) of Christine P. Barber and others relative to housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program. Housing.
