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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
For legislation to prohibit certain supplemental fees levied against prospective tenants or current tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits certain supplemental fees that landlords, property management companies, or real estate agents may charge to prospective or current tenants. It specifies the only fees that can be charged, which include the first and last month's rent, a security deposit, the cost of a key and lock, and a brokerage fee not exceeding one month's rent. The bill also prohibits requiring tenants to sign a new lease more than two months before the expiration of their current lease. The state's Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons is tasked with promulgating rules, regulations, and penalties to implement this new law.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4452 (on 02/26/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H214 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H214.pdf |
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