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MA S494

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Velis

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Prohibits assisted living residences from enforcing 30-day notice of vacancy policies when a resident dies
  • Limits rent and fees owed after a resident's death to a maximum of 10 days from the date of death
  • Delays the start of the 10-day billing period if personal property remains in the room until family, estate, or responsible party removes it
  • Requires prorated refunds to the family or estate if a new resident occupies the room before the 10-day period ends
  • Takes effect 60 days after passage; amends Chapter 19D, Section 9 of Massachusetts General Laws

Legislative Description

Relative to nursing home policies regarding notice of vacancy

Last Action

Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887

12/18/2025

Committee Referrals

Elder Affairs2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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