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MA H4148

Canceling the rent and providing relief to all impacted by the COVID-19 emergency


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Introduced
09/30/2021
In Committee
09/30/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide rental payments to certain tenants or occupants unable to pay due to the COVID-19 emergency. Housing.

AI Summary

This bill provides for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to pay residential rent and occupancy costs for tenants and occupants who are unable to pay due to the COVID-19 emergency. Upon application by the landlord showing financial distress, the Department of Housing and Community Development will make these payments within 10 business days. The bill also requires the Department to set policies to effectively, equitably, and efficiently distribute rental assistance funds and prevent eviction judgments for COVID-19 impacted residents. The bill has a sunset provision and will expire on January 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

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

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