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MA H1703
Relative to protection of a deceased family member against foreclosure and other civil action
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to protection of deceased family members against foreclosure and other civil action. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the estates of deceased family members from foreclosure and other civil actions during the probate process. It allows the estate to apply for a stay of up to 90 days on foreclosure or lien enforcement actions if the probate proceedings are affecting the estate's ability to make payments. The estate can apply for additional stays if the probate process continues to impact the ability to make payments. If a stay is denied, the court must appoint counsel to represent the estate. Once a personal administrator is appointed, creditors can still claim back payments with interest, but cannot charge late fees unless the court finds good cause, such as purposeful delay by the administrator.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1703 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1703.pdf |
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