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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to consumer rights of renters
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 15B of Chapter 186 of the General Laws, which pertains to residential property leases, by adding a new provision that prohibits a lessor, meaning a landlord or property owner, or their agent, from requiring a tenant to sign a new lease agreement more than four months before the current lease is set to expire. This change aims to provide renters with more flexibility and prevent landlords from forcing lease renewals too far in advance of the current lease's end date.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure (Joint)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5095 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5095.pdf |
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