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MA H441

MA H441
Relative to the geographical jurisdiction of the housing court


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Introduced Session

187th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the jurisdiction of the various divisions of the Housing Court Department. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the geographical jurisdiction of the Housing Court Department, which is a specialized court handling housing-related legal matters. Specifically, it redefines the areas covered by the court's various divisions. The western division will now encompass Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties. The Worcester county division will include Bellingham in Norfolk county, Marlborough and several towns in Middlesex county, and the area known as Devens. The northeastern division will cover Essex county and a significant portion of Middlesex county. The southeastern division will include Bristol and Plymouth counties, and a separate division will be established for the city of Boston.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)

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