Bill > H1933

This bill proposes to amend Section 8A of Chapter 239 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding new definitions to clarify key terms related to tenancy. Specifically, the bill introduces precise definitions for three important terms: "tenant" is defined as a person who occupies a premises in exchange for payment or services to the property owner; "subtenant" is defined as someone who holds possession of a premises by paying rent or providing services to another tenant or subtenant; and "consideration" is broadly defined to include monetary payments or services, whether established through a written or verbal agreement or within a domestic relationship. These definitions aim to provide more clarity and specificity in legal interpretations of tenancy-related statutes, potentially helping to standardize how these terms are understood in housing and rental disputes.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1933