H1895

Relative to summary process

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a two-tier process for handling summary process cases in Massachusetts.

This bill introduces a two-tier process for handling summary process cases in Massachusetts. The first tier involves parties determining the case status, exploring resources, attempting mediation, and identifying next steps. The second tier requires the Clerk’s Office to notify parties of the trial date for unresolved cases. No default or dismissal can occur if a party does not appear at the first tier event.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 21, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 10, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 10, 2025

House

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