Housing

introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 626: An Act ensuring fair housing for homeless families

This bill amends Massachusetts' emergency housing assistance program to require applicants to have resided in the Commonwealth for at least one year. It directly affects homeless families seeking emergency housing assistance by adding this residency requirement, which overrides existing laws or regulations. The key provision explicitly states that the program will only be available to residents meeting this one-year residency threshold. This change modifies eligibility criteria without altering other program details.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingAdds one-year residency requirement, restricting access to emergency housing for homeless families who don't meet threshold, weakening program eligibility.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4241: An Act repealing the misused and misguided right to shelter law that is unique to Massachusetts

HD 4241 repeals Section 30 of Chapter 23B of the Massachusetts General Laws, which was part of a state law establishing a legal right to shelter. The bill would remove this specific provision from Massachusetts law, ending the state's unique requirement for shelter services under that section. This repeal directly affects Massachusetts state law by eliminating a provision that applied only to the state's legal framework for shelter access. The bill does not create new requirements or alter other aspects of shelter policy.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals MA's right to shelter law, ending state requirement for shelter services, weakening tenant protections for homeless individuals.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRepealing Massachusetts' right to shelter law removes a state-provided service for immigrants, restricting access to shelter. Bill explicitly targets this provision as 'misused,' indicating intent to limit immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1422: An Act allow all towns and cities to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as an incentive for housing (residential rehab or commercial conversion)

HD 1422 would allow all Massachusetts towns and cities to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to incentivize housing projects, specifically targeting residential rehabilitation and commercial building conversions. The bill requires the Economic Assistance and Community Capital (EACC) to designate eligible areas based on criteria like job creation, business growth, or rehabilitating neglected buildings. Municipalities must get EACC approval for TIF agreements before they can take effect, ensuring projects align with state goals of boosting housing supply and economic resilience. This change removes previous restrictions, making TIF available statewide for qualifying housing and commercial conversion projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables TIF for housing projects using future tax increments, promoting fiscal tools for economic development under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables TIF for residential rehab/commercial conversion housing projects, directly advancing affordable housing development through municipal incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Housing Finance Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2014: An Act relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1009) of Paul W. Mark for legislation relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill title and summary reference 'transformative development initiatives in rural communities' with explicit 'Housing' designation, indicating support for housing development initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1186: An Act enhancing security in emergency housing programs

By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 976) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to enhance security in emergency housing programs. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enhances security in emergency housing programs, supporting tenant safety and program effectiveness for vulnerable populations in housing crisis.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SD 2343: An Act encouraging the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 176) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to encourage the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEncourages starter home zoning districts, promoting affordable housing development through smart growth policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1275: An Act for Chapter 40B reform and improvement

By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1005) of Vincent Dixon, for legislation for Chapter 40B reform and improvement. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingChapter 40B promotes affordable housing development; reforming it aims to improve implementation, indicating support for strengthening housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1185: An Act establishing residency requirements for emergency housing assistance

By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 975) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to establish residency requirements for emergency housing assistance. Housing.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingEstablishes residency requirements for emergency housing assistance, restricting access to those meeting specific residency criteria.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4088: An Act to promote the development of abandoned buildings

HD 4088 provides tax incentives for corporations and individuals renovating abandoned buildings into housing projects. It allows a 10% deduction of renovation costs when calculating taxable income for qualifying projects. For housing developments, the bill exempts either the sale profits or rental income from taxable income for five years if units are rented out. These provisions apply specifically to projects certified under Chapter 23A and defined as "abandoned buildings" under Chapter 200A.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax deductions (10% renovation cost) and income exemptions for housing projects, directly using tax policy to incentivize development and promote housing through fiscal relief.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax incentives for renovating abandoned buildings into housing, directly advancing affordable housing development through financial support for qualifying projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2410: An Act reforming the housing development incentive program

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 971) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to reforming the housing development incentive program. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReforming housing development incentive program indicates strengthening support for housing construction and affordability through policy changes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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