Bill > H1473

This bill amends Chapter 142A of the General Laws, which likely pertains to residential contracting in Massachusetts, by adding the terms "contractor or subcontractor" after the word "owner" in a specific section. This change appears to expand the scope of that section to include not only homeowners but also contractors and subcontractors. The bill also states that it will become effective immediately upon its passage. The overall intent of this legislation, as indicated by its title and the government summary, is to allow for private arbitration, a process where disputes are resolved by an impartial third party outside of court, for all parties involved in residential contracting disputes.