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MA H4229

To restore Boston's governmentally-involved housing protection


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Introduced
10/28/2021
In Committee
10/28/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the city of Boston be authorized to regulate the rent for the use or occupancy of certain governmentally­-involved or formerly governmentally-involved housing in said city. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the city of Boston to regulate the rent for certain governmentally-involved or formerly governmentally-involved housing in the city. "Governmentally-involved housing" refers to housing that is insured, owned, operated, financed, or subsidized by the federal or state government, with some exceptions. The bill allows Boston to set maximum rents for this housing, restrict evictions, and regulate the removal of units from low-income use. The bill also provides for an appeals process and enforcement mechanisms. The provisions of this bill are meant to address a serious public emergency caused by the potential loss of affordable housing in Boston.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

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

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