Housing

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 2, 2026

H 467: An Act regularizing water rates for tenants

By Representative Sousa of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 467) of Priscila S. Sousa relative to water rates for tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill regularizes water rates for tenants, preventing unfair utility charges and strengthening tenant financial protections. Directly aligns with tenant protection in housing policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4878: An Act establishing a housing trust fund in the town of Chatham

HD 4878 establishes the Chatham Housing Trust to create and preserve affordable and attainable housing for year-round Chatham residents. The trust fund, separate from other town funds, will receive grants, donations, and rental income to directly finance housing projects meeting income criteria (affordable: up to 100% of area median income; attainable: up to 200%). A 7-member board, appointed by the select board with community representation, will manage the fund and make spending decisions without requiring new town meeting approvals each time. The trust can accept donations, buy/sell property, and use funds specifically for housing projects serving low-to-moderate income households. This bill directly affects Chatham residents seeking housing options and provides a dedicated funding mechanism for local housing initiatives.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates dedicated trust fund to finance affordable (up to 100% AMI) and attainable (up to 200% AMI) housing projects, directly advancing affordable housing access through funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2615: An Act eliminating discrimination against municipalities who are unable to meet certain zoning requirements

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Colleen M. Garry for legislation to eliminate discrimination against municipalities who are unable to meet certain zoning requirements. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill eliminates discrimination against municipalities unable to meet zoning requirements, likely related to housing development barriers. Removing penalties supports housing projects by preventing disincentives for non-compliance.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 14, 2025

HD 5035: An Act relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston

By Representative Michael J. Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4415) of Michael J. Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes construction of affordable housing and cultural space in Brighton, directly advancing housing access and development per title/summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 28, 2025

SD 3137: An Act to protect assisted living residents from unfair and deceptive billing practices

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to protect assisted living residents from unfair and deceptive billing practices. Housing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects assisted living residents from deceptive billing, advancing patient rights in healthcare service access and financial transparency within residential care settings.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects assisted living residents (tenants) from deceptive billing, aligning with tenant protection in housing context per bill summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3058: An Act enabling a local option empty homes tax on vacant units in residential buildings

By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3058) of Mike Connolly for legislation to establish a local option empty homes tax on vacant units in residential buildings. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new tax on vacant residential units to generate revenue, directly advancing state budget funding through taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax on vacant homes incentivizes occupancy, increasing housing supply and affordability, directly advancing housing access policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3165: An Act protecting the interests of housing cooperative shareholders

By Representative Livingstone of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3165) of Jay D. Livingstone relative to tax deductions for housing cooperative shareholders. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill proposes tax deductions for housing cooperative shareholders, directly providing tax relief under Revenue. This aligns with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax deductions for housing cooperative shareholders, directly enhancing affordability and protecting co-op member interests within housing policy.92% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3183: An Act allow all towns and cities to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as an incentive for housing (residential rehab or commercial conversion)

By Representatives Marsi of Dudley and Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3183) of John J. Marsi, Marcus S. Vaughn and others relative to tax increment financing (TIF). Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables TIF for housing incentives, using tax increments to fund development - a fiscal tool aligning with funding essential programs under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables TIF for residential rehab/commercial conversion, directly incentivizing housing development and affordability through tax-based financing tools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3182: An Act relative to a capital gains tax credit for first time homebuyers

By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3182) of Christopher M. Markey relative to a capital gains tax credit for first time homebuyers. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides capital gains tax credit for first-time homebuyers, reducing tax burden on middle-income residents per tax relief indicator.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax credit for first-time homebuyers reduces purchase costs, directly increasing affordable housing access and aligning with housing support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3103: An Act to further lead remediation in rental housing by increasing the deleading credit

By Representative Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3103) of Sean Garballey relative to rental housing deleading income tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases income tax credit for rental housing deleading, providing tax relief through expanded fiscal support for housing remediation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases deleading tax credit for rental housing, advancing housing safety and quality through financial incentives for landlords.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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