H1575

Relative to reducing damage caused by the current foreclosure crisis in the historic districts of Massachusetts

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a Historic District Stabilization Committee to address foreclosure crises in Massachusetts historic districts.

The bill creates a Historic District Stabilization Committee to manage and mitigate the effects of foreclosure crises in historic districts in Massachusetts. The committee, composed of residents, homeowners, real estate brokers, community organizations, and local banking professionals, can acquire properties by eminent domain, manage occupied and vacant properties, and restore damaged houses. It aims to stabilize real estate values and improve livability within these districts. The committee can also hire staff, issue bonds, and use local residents for restoration and marketing services.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 17, 2025

9:00 AM

Joint Committee on Housing Hearing

Sep 17, 2025

9:00 AM

Joint Committee on Housing Hearing

History

Apr 13

House

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

Sep 17, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in B-1 Hearing updated to New End Time

Sep 17, 2025

House

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