MA H1532

Establishes a special commission to study the economic and social impacts of shifting residential real estate broker fees from tenants to landlords in Massachusetts

Commission must investigate economic burden on landlords and tenants, effects on rental housing affordability and availability, impacts on brokerage practices, comparisons with other jurisdictions, and potential legal/regulatory challenges

Commission includes 8 members: Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities (chair), 4 legislators (2 from each chamber, bipartisan), 1 Massachusetts Association of Realtors representative, 1 tenant advocacy representative, and 1 housing policy economist

Requires at least 3 public hearings in geographically diverse regions to gather feedback from tenants, landlords, brokers, and other stakeholders

Final report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation due within 12 months of the act's effective date