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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes by establishing guidelines for foreclosure sale purchasers. The key provisions include: 1) Defining key terms like "foreclosing owner," "tenant," and "just cause" for eviction; 2) Requiring foreclosure sale purchasers to provide written notice to tenants regarding rent payments and property management details; 3) Specifying that foreclosure sale purchasers can only evict tenants for "just cause," such as non-payment of rent or lease violations; 4) Establishing penalties for unlawful evictions; and 5) Clarifying the rights and obligations of tenants in possession of foreclosed properties. Overall, the bill seeks to protect tenants and ensure continuity of occupancy in foreclosed homes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (16)
John Barrett (D),
Dan Cahill (D),
Pete Capano (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Sean Garballey (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kay Khan (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
José Tosado (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2492 (on 03/12/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1373 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1373.pdf |
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