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Introduced
12/28/2023
12/28/2023
In Committee
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
12/19/2024
12/19/2024
Passed
12/23/2024
12/23/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/01/2025
01/01/2025
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to further regulate the fair housing ordinance of the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill further expands the fair housing ordinance of the city of Cambridge by adding "relationship status" and "family structure" as protected characteristics against discrimination in housing transactions. It also provides detailed definitions for these new terms, as well as other key terms in the ordinance such as "gender identity," "marital status," and "religious creed." The bill aims to broaden the scope of the fair housing law to protect a wider range of family and relationship arrangements, including non-traditional and multi-partner families.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 287 of the Acts of 2024 (on 01/01/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4234 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4234.pdf |
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