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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 clarify homestead estates and real estate titles. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to clarify homestead estates and real estate titles. It amends the definitions of "declared homestead exemption" and "owner" under Chapter 188 of the General Laws. The bill also modifies the provisions for terminating an estate of homestead and the protection of proceeds from the sale, taking, or damage of a home subject to a homestead. Additionally, it allows good faith purchasers to rely on certain recorded statements regarding homesteads, and specifies that the provisions of the act apply retroactively, except for final judgments made prior to the effective date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S884 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S884.pdf |
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