Housing

passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 11, 2026

H 3909: An Act authorizing the Provincetown year-round market rate rental housing trust to acquire year-round housing occupancy restrictions

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3909) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to year-round housing occupancy restriction in the town of Provincetown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes trust to enforce year-round occupancy restrictions, preventing seasonal rental conversion and supporting stable housing availability in Provincetown.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4186: An Act relative to Affordable Housing Trust Fund of the town of Edgartown

By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4186) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of Edgartown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes Edgartown's Affordable Housing Trust Fund, directly funding housing programs per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 4290: An Act establishing a housing trust fund in the town of Chatham

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4290) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a housing trust fund in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes housing trust fund to fund local housing initiatives, advancing affordable housing programs95% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 4289: An Act facilitating the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4289) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) relative to the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs existing community preservation funds for housing, advancing public housing funding through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates community preservation funds specifically for community housing in Chatham, directly funding affordable housing initiatives per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 4228: An Act providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in manufactured housing parks in the town of Athol

By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4228) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Athol be authorized to regulate rents for the use or occupancy of manufactured housing parks in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes rent regulation and eviction control in manufactured housing parks, strengthening tenant protections and affordable housing access in Athol.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 13, 2025

S 245: An Act to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 245) of Adam Gomez, Robyn K. Kennedy and Joan B. Lovely for legislation to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly aims to end housing discrimination, directly strengthening tenant protections and anti-discrimination measures in housing policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 19, 2025

H 305: An Act improving housing opportunities

By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 305) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., relative to zoning ordinances and by-laws and improving housing opportunities. Community Development and Small Businesses.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill title and summary explicitly state 'improving housing opportunities' related to zoning, directly advancing housing access without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Zoning

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Dec 15, 2025

H 4762: An Act establishing a commission to study housing affordability and density reform

H 4762 establishes a commission to study housing affordability and zoning reforms in Massachusetts. The commission will analyze current zoning rules (like minimum lot sizes and restrictions on multi-family housing), examine exclusionary practices affecting low- and moderate-income residents, and study successful approaches from other states. It will use data modeling and expert input to evaluate how zoning changes could increase housing supply and reduce costs, with recommendations due by December 2026. The bill does not enact new laws but aims to inform future policy decisions by the legislature. This study directly affects Massachusetts housing policy development and could influence future zoning regulations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes commission to study zoning reforms that could increase housing supply and reduce costs, directly advancing affordability goals through data-driven analysis of exclusionary practices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Land Use Zoning

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 23, 2026

S 1064: An Act to eliminate disparate impact

S 1064, titled "An Act to eliminate disparate impact," aims to restore enforcement of civil rights laws by requiring government agencies and covered entities (such as housing providers and employers) to assess policies for disproportionate negative effects on protected groups like racial minorities or women. The key mechanism mandates proactive evaluation of policies to eliminate such "disparate impact" and requires corrective actions when identified. This bill directly affects organizations subject to civil rights laws, shifting focus from intent to outcomes in policy design. It seeks to strengthen enforcement by making it mandatory to address unequal results, rather than solely proving discriminatory intent.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates government agencies to assess policies for disparate impact on protected groups, requiring corrective actions. This directly supports criminal justice reform by addressing racial disparities in law enforcement and policies.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates housing providers to assess policies for disparate impact on protected groups, directly preventing housing discrimination per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates employers assess policies for disparate impact on protected groups, directly advancing workers' rights by requiring proactive elimination of discriminatory practices in employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 26, 2025

S 2399: An Act to provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness

This bill (S 2399) creates a streamlined process for homeless youth and adults to obtain state-issued identification documents, such as driver's licenses or ID cards. It directs state agencies (likely including the DMV or social services) to establish a simplified application pathway, waiving standard fees and documentation requirements. The primary goal is to help individuals access essential services like housing, healthcare, and employment by resolving a critical barrier to identification. The bill directly affects people experiencing homelessness who lack valid ID, enabling them to navigate systems they are otherwise excluded from.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill removes ID barrier for homeless to access housing services, directly addressing homelessness as a housing access issue.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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