Housing

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 8, 2025

S 1474: An Act allowing moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1474) of Bruce E. Tarr, David F. DeCoste, Colleen M. Garry, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to allow moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows permanent tiny houses and accessory dwelling units, increasing housing options and affordability without restrictions.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 1020: An Act providing for pre-service training for members of mobile home rent control boards

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1020) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to provide pre-service training free of charge for members of mobile home rent control boards. Housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides free pre-service training for mobile home rent control board members, strengthening tenant protections and affordable housing management under housing-related oversight.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 3252: An Act improving older adult tax relief to address the rising cost of homeownership

By Representative Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3252) of Thomas M. Stanley relative to property tax relief for older adults. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for older adults, directly reducing their tax burden and aligning with tax relief for vulnerable groups under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides property tax relief for older homeowners to address rising homeownership costs, directly supporting housing affordability for a vulnerable group.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Homeownership Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 4144: An Act relative to energy affordability, independence and innovation

H 4144 creates a new funding mechanism to support building decarbonization and energy efficiency programs across Massachusetts. It imposes a 2.5 mills per kilowatt-hour charge on electricity consumers (excluding municipal light plant users) and pools funds from cap-and-trade programs and other sources to finance these initiatives. The law requires 20% of these funds to target low-income residential buildings, with additional priority for moderate-income households, renters, and small businesses. Electric distribution companies and municipal energy groups must submit a statewide decarbonization plan every three years, detailing cost-effective programs to reduce fossil fuel use and energy costs while meeting greenhouse gas targets.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new electricity tax to fund decarbonization programs, creating dedicated revenue stream for essential energy initiatives per budget/funding indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds decarbonization and energy efficiency programs via new charge, prioritizes low-income buildings, aligns with renewable energy advancement and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds building decarbonization and energy efficiency programs via new electricity charge and cap-and-trade funds, directly advancing climate goals and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill targets 20% of funds to low-income residential buildings and prioritizes renters, directly advancing affordable housing through energy efficiency programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 9, 2026

H 316: An Act to promote Massachusetts business competitiveness and affordable living

By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 316) of Steven George Xiarhos and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., for an investigation by a special committee on Massachusetts business competitiveness and affordable living, which shall be charged with oversight of matters to improve the ability of businesses, to form and thrive under law, and to lower the cost of living for residents and families. Community Development and Small Businesses.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly aims to lower cost of living for residents, directly addressing housing affordability as part of its goal to promote affordable living.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 17, 2025

H 343: An Act requiring fair housing education for all real estate licensees

By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 343) of Tackey Chan for legislation to require real estate licensing education to include a fair housing training component. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates fair housing training for real estate licensees, directly preventing housing discrimination per Fair Housing Act standards.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 31, 2025

SD 3057: An Act addressing rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents

By Mrs. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kelly A. Dooner, Norman J. Orrall, Bruce E. Tarr, Kelly W. Pease and other members of the General Court for legislation to address rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAddresses rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents, reducing financial barriers to affordable housing for this housing segment.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 978: An Act to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats

By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 978) of Patrick Joseph Kearney for legislation to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly protects open space and historical resources from coastal threats, directly advancing environmental conservation efforts per its title and summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly protects community housing from coastal threats, directly advancing housing preservation as per support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 4081: An Act relative to problem properties, enhancing fire safety and addressing resident displacement

By Representatives LeBoeuf of Worcester and Duffy of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4081) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf and Patricia A. Duffy relative to taxation and fire safety of problem properties, so-called. Revenue.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAddresses resident displacement (tenant protection) while focusing on fire safety and problem property taxation, aligning with tenant protection indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Sep 8, 2025

H 4457: An Act to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth

H 4457 (An Act to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth) directly affects real estate brokers and salespeople in Massachusetts. The bill requires new license applicants to complete 4 hours of fair housing training and existing license holders to complete 2 hours of fair housing or diversity training during renewal. It mandates automatic license suspensions (60 days for first violations, 180 days for repeat violations within two years) when the state fair housing agency or court finds a broker violated anti-discrimination laws. The bill also updates the real estate board's composition to include fair housing experts and tenant representatives, and requires quarterly public reporting of discrimination-related complaints and disciplinary actions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates fair housing training and penalties for discrimination, directly preventing housing discrimination per title and summary.95% confidence

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