H1970

Relative to transfer of actions to the housing court

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1970 amends the transfer of actions to the housing court by requiring motions to be filed within 90 days of service of process.

Massachusetts H1970 modifies the process for transferring actions to the housing court. It mandates that any motion or notice to transfer an action must be filed with the answer or within 90 days of service of process. This change aims to streamline the legal process for housing court transfers, ensuring timely and clear communication between parties involved in housing-related legal actions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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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