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MA S753
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dylan Fernandes
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AI Summary
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Requires the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency director to create a standard notification form about flood zone hazards for prospective property buyers, lessees, and renters
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Mandates sellers provide flood zone disclosure forms to buyers before accepting purchase offers, including information on prior flooding, FEMA flood zone designation, insurance claim history, and any federal requirements to maintain flood insurance
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Requires landlords to provide flood zone disclosure forms to prospective tenants before signing rental agreements, along with signed certification that materials were received
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Imposes penalties up to $1,000 per violation for owners, real estate agents, salespersons, or brokers who fail to comply, plus liability for all damages caused by non-compliance
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Classifies violations by those engaged in trade or commerce as unfair and deceptive practices under Chapter 93A, while shielding real estate professionals from liability for owner fraud
Legislative Description
Enhancing homebuyer awareness by providing notice to persons purchasing property in a flood zone
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
1/8/2026