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MA H4099
Bill
Status
5/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lindsay Sabadosa
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AI Summary
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Prohibits real estate brokers and rental agents in Northampton from charging tenants or prospective tenants any fees, commissions, or payments for services like listing, showing, or preparing lease documents
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Prohibits landlords from requiring tenants to hire and pay a broker as a condition of applying for or leasing a residential rental unit
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Violations constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices under Chapter 93A, Massachusetts consumer protection law
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Authorizes the City of Northampton to establish fines up to $1,000 per violation by local ordinance
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Local petition bill with approval from Northampton's mayor and city council; takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
To prohibit landlords and brokers from requiring broker's commissions to be paid by a tenant or prospective tenant
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
11/7/2025