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SD 2544

An Act providing for pre-service training for members of mobile home rent control boards

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jake Oliveira

Creates a free, standardized pre-service and ongoing training program for all Massachusetts mobile home rent control board members, with online and in-person access.

House concurred
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Bill Summary · SD 2544

Summary of SD 2544 — An Act Providing for Pre-Service Training for Members of Mobile Home Rent Control Boards

Purpose

  • Establish a standardized education and training program for all members of mobile home rent control boards in Massachusetts.
  • Ensure new and existing board members receive training free of charge to promote informed decision-making and consistent administration of mobile home rent control.

Key Provisions

  • Adds a new Section 31 to Chapter 23B of the General Laws.
  • The executive office of housing and livable communities (EOHLC) or its designee must establish an education and training program for:
    • All new and existing members of mobile home rent control boards.
    • The program is to be offered annually.
  • Program design and content must be developed in consultation with the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA).
  • Access and delivery:
    • Courses shall be available free of charge to board members.
    • Training offered in multiple and equitable locations throughout the Commonwealth.
    • Online-only (remote) methods must also be available to ensure broad access.
  • Implementation details:
    • The annual training period shall be determined by the EOHLC or its designee.

Who Is Affected

  • Members of mobile home rent control boards statewide (both new appointees and current board members).
  • The executive office of housing and livable communities (EOHLC) and its designee, responsible for administering the program.
  • The Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA), as a consulted stakeholder in program development.

Timeline and Procedural History

  • Introduced: February 27, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions:
    • Referred to the House Committee on Housing (2025-02-27).
    • House concurred with the bill on the same date (status indicates House concurrence).
  • Status: House concurred; the bill is a proposed bill within the 2025-2026 session.

Potential Impact

  • Standardization of training quality and content across all mobile home rent control boards.
  • Improved understanding of board responsibilities, duties, and statutory frameworks for mobile home rent regulation.
  • Increased accessibility through free, in-person and online training options, potentially improving participation rates among diverse boards.
  • Possible initial and ongoing costs to the Commonwealth to develop and maintain the program, offset by free training for participants.

Notes

  • The bill focuses on pre-service and ongoing education rather than transfer of funds or penalties.
  • The specific curriculum, duration, and delivery platforms will be determined by the EOHLC in consultation with MMA.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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