H1499

To establish community notification standards for group homes

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts.

The bill sets community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts. It mandates that any entity establishing a new group home must provide written notice to the host municipality and abutting property owners at least 60 days before commencing operations. The notice must include the group home's address, the type of services provided, and contact information for the operator. Existing group homes must submit notification within six months of the act's passage.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Housing Hearing

History

Apr 13

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 3, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1

Oct 3, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order