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MA H1373

Promoting fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to preventing discrimination against affordable housing. Housing.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prevent discrimination against affordable housing. It amends the state's fair housing laws to prohibit local or state governments from engaging in "discriminatory land use practices," such as enacting regulations or making decisions that limit or exclude housing for low- and moderate-income families, families with children, or individuals based on protected characteristics like race, religion, or disability. The bill allows individuals or the Attorney General to file civil actions against violations, with potential remedies including injunctions, damages, and attorney's fees. The bill also allows government entities to defend against claims if they can demonstrate their actions were motivated by substantial, legitimate, and nondiscriminatory governmental interests.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5204 (on 09/01/2022)

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