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H 1947

An Act relative to small landlords

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Orlando Ramos

Massachusetts bill providing unspecified relief measures for small landlords, balancing housing market pressures against potential tenant protection concerns.

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 1947

Legislative bill overview

H 1947 is a Massachusetts bill designed to provide relief or support measures specifically for small landlords. The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee in February 2025 and has a hearing scheduled for October 2025, indicating it remains in the early legislative process.

Why is this important

Small landlords represent a significant portion of the rental housing market and often operate with tighter margins than large institutional investors. Legislation targeting this group could affect housing affordability, rental property availability, and the economic viability of small-scale rental businesses across Massachusetts.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant protections vs. landlord relief: Any measures benefiting landlords may face opposition from tenant advocacy groups concerned about impacts on affordability, eviction protections, or habitability standards
  • Definition and scope: What constitutes a "small landlord" (number of properties, income thresholds, portfolio size) will be critical—overly broad definitions could benefit larger operators while narrow ones may exclude struggling owners
  • Tax or regulatory implications: The bill could propose tax breaks, reduced compliance requirements, or liability protections that stakeholders may view as unfairly advantaging property owners or creating enforcement gaps

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

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