Housing

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 23, 2025

S 988: An Act to transform the Commonwealth’s emergency response system and create housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly creates housing strategies to end homelessness for unaccompanied adults, directly addressing homelessness through policy intervention.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 2241: An Act relative to recovery housing in environmental justice communities

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.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes recovery housing in environmental justice communities to support mental health and substance use services, directly advancing access to treatment programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes recovery housing (sober homes) in environmental justice communities, targeting underserved areas and addressing housing needs for vulnerable populations in a specific housing context.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 22, 2025

H 2356: An Act incentivizing inclusionary zoning

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill incentivizes inclusionary zoning, requiring affordable housing units in new developments, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 5, 2025

H 1552: An Act to create an interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates interagency board to manage supportive housing finance and strategy, directly advancing affordable housing initiatives through coordinated funding and planning.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 1512: An Act to exempt local housing authorities from the penalties of the MBTA Communities Law

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1512) of Richard M. Haggerty, David F. DeCoste and Colleen M. Garry relative to the operations of local housing authorities. Housing.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingExempting housing authorities from MBTA penalties weakens enforcement of housing development requirements under the law.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 4074: An Act relative to the development of single family and multi-family housing for veterans

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables zoning for veteran housing development, directly advancing housing access and development for a specific group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly targets housing development for veterans through zoning changes, directly advancing housing benefits as a core veteran service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning Veteran Housing

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 6, 2025

H 4695: An Act to expand housing opportunities through homesharing

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands affordable housing via below-market homesharing agreements, creating legal framework for reduced-cost rentals and exempting from standard eviction laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Landlords

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 6, 2025

H 1481: An Act to create affordable homes for persons with disabilities

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly creates affordable homes for persons with disabilities, directly advancing affordable housing through dedicated housing development.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 6, 2025

H 1515: An Act to transform the Commonwealth’s emergency response system and create housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates housing strategies to end homelessness of unaccompanied adults, directly addressing housing needs through proactive policy development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 6, 2025

H 1469: An Act promoting housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program

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.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly strengthens HomeBASE program for housing stability, aligning with program funding and tenant protection indicators per topic description.95% confidence

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