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H 3962

An Act relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 16 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill establishes tenant rental safety standards and protections, balancing new landlord obligations with housing security improvements for renters.

Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
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Bill Summary · H 3962

Legislative bill overview

H 3962, the Maggie Hubbard Rental Safety Act, addresses safety concerns for rental property tenants in Massachusetts. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the action timeline provided, the bill's name references rental safety protections and has advanced through Senate concurrence to committee review on Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Why is this important

Rental safety legislation directly affects housing security and tenant protections for Massachusetts residents. The bill's progression to a Public Safety committee hearing suggests it addresses serious safety risks in rental properties that may warrant regulatory or enforcement changes.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord compliance costs: New safety requirements could increase property maintenance expenses, potentially raising rents or reducing rental availability
  • Regulatory scope and enforcement: Disagreement over which safety standards apply, how they're inspected, and penalties for non-compliance
  • Tenant vs. property owner balance: Tension between expanded tenant protections and landlord concerns about operational burden and liability exposure

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

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