Sen. Julian Cyr

Senate, March 12, 2026 -- The committee on Housing, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 994) of Cindy F. Friedman and Julian Cyr for legislation to prohibit algorithmic rent setting; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1016) of Michael O. Moore, Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish the Preventing Algorithmic Rent Fixing in the Rental Housing Market Act., report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2983).

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts the use of anticoagulant rodenticides, which are blood-thinning pesticides, by limiting their registration and allowing emergency use only under strict conditions. It directly affects pest control professionals, public health officials, and property owners who manage rodent infestations. The key provisions ban the registration of these chemicals except for emergencies, require their use to be limited to 14 days in a single location, mandate non-chemical pest control methods, and require detailed reporting to the state department. Additionally, the bill establishes annual public reporting on where and how these pesticides were used during emergency situations. The restrictions will take effect on January 1, 2028.

Senate, March 12, 2026 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 967) of Julian Cyr for legislation relative to housing in seasonal communities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2981).

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1539) of Dylan A. Fernandes, Rodney M. Elliott, James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and others for legislation to address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities. Public Health.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided abstract, Senate Bill 967, titled "An Act relative to housing in seasonal communities," is proposed legislation concerning housing matters specifically within seasonal communities. The abstract does not provide details on the bill's specific provisions, mechanisms, or who it directly affects beyond this general scope.

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1393) of Julian Cyr, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis, John F. Keenan and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HD 4738) authorizes the town of Provincetown to ban the use and sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its boundaries. It directly affects Provincetown residents, businesses, and local officials by granting the town government the legal authority to implement such a prohibition. The key mechanism is a local authorization allowing the town to enforce restrictions on these specific rodenticides, which are known to persist in the environment and pose risks to non-target wildlife. The bill does not mandate the ban but provides the legal framework for the town to act if it chooses to do so. This is a local regulatory measure, not a statewide law.

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 994) of Cindy F. Friedman and Julian Cyr for legislation to prohibit algorithmic rent setting. Housing.

Senate, March 9, 2026 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 965) of Julian Cyr for legislation to promote fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2980).

Maddy summarySD 811 amends Massachusetts law to prohibit discriminatory land use practices that limit affordable housing access. It directly affects local and state government bodies (like zoning boards and housing authorities) by banning policies or decisions that exclude housing for families with incomes at or below 80% of the area median income, families needing more bedrooms, or people based on protected characteristics like race, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The law allows individuals or the Attorney General to sue for violations, seeking court orders, damages (including punitive damages for intentional discrimination), and recovery of legal fees. It includes limited exceptions where governments prove their actions were necessary for a substantial, legitimate purpose and no less discriminatory alternative existed.