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MA H332

MA H332
Relative to consumer rights of renters


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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

For legislation to prohibit certain supplemental fees levied against prospective tenants or current tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prohibit certain supplemental fees that landlords or their agents may charge tenants or prospective tenants. It defines "supplemental fees" as fees for background checks, credit checks, state-mandated property inspections, commission payments, cleaning, lawn care, pest control, and other expenses, but excludes reasonable brokerage fees. The bill also prohibits landlords from requiring tenants to sign a new lease more than three months before the end of their current lease.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4588 (on 03/14/2022)

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