Housing

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3164: An Act to ensure fair taxation of affordable housing

By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3164) of David Paul Linsky relative to the classification of real property for purposes of taxation. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill aims for 'fair taxation of affordable housing' by adjusting property tax classification, aligning with tax relief for lower-income housing initiatives.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill ensures fair taxation of affordable housing via real property classification, reducing tax burdens to support affordability and development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3278: An Act creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3278) of Christopher J. Worrell for legislation to establish a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates graduated tax specifically to fund affordable housing, directly allocating revenue to a public service program per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates graduated deed tax revenue specifically for affordable housing funding, directly advancing housing access through dedicated financial mechanism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 963: An Act relative to local preference in affordable housing

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 963) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation relative to local preference in affordable housing. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes local preference for affordable housing, prioritizing community access and strengthening tenant opportunities in housing programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1930: An Act authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1930) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to authorize a local affordable housing surcharge. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes local tax surcharge (revenue source) specifically to fund affordable housing programs, directly advancing public service funding through taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes local surcharge revenue specifically for affordable housing funding, directly advancing housing affordability goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1024: An Act ensuring affordability in perpetuity

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1024) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly aims to ensure housing affordability in perpetuity, directly advancing affordable housing goals per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1556: An Act to improve the accuracy of the counting of existing affordable housing stock

By Representative Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1556) of Norman J. Orrall relative to expanding the definition of affordable housing to include manufactured homes. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands affordable housing definition to include manufactured homes, increasing reported affordable housing stock and aligning with affordability goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1576: An Act relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1576) of Christopher J. Worrell and others for legislation to create a program for the development and construction of permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for low and moderate income buyers. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates permanent affordability homeownership program for low/moderate income buyers, directly advancing affordable housing access through development and construction funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1494: An Act relative to improve access to rental assistance programs

By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1494) of David F. DeCoste relative to rental assistance programs. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly aims to improve access to rental assistance programs, directly advancing affordable housing support for tenants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1554: An Act to secure housing for returning citizens

By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1554) of Samantha Montaño that the Department of Housing and Community Development provide for programs, policies, guidelines, priorities and preferences for the housing of formerly incarcerated persons reentering communities. Housing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides housing programs for formerly incarcerated persons, reducing recidivism and supporting reentry - key criminal justice reform measure.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates housing programs for formerly incarcerated persons, advancing access to affordable housing through Department initiatives and priorities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Homelessness Tenant Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 13, 2026

H 1567: An Act establishing a statewide affirmatively furthering fair housing framework

By Representative Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1567) of Thomas M. Stanley relative to fair housing assessments for large-scale housing developments. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes fair housing assessments for large developments to prevent discrimination, aligning with 'prevents housing discrimination' indicator.90% confidence

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