H3962

Relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act

Introduced·3/31/25
Introduced Text

Establishes safety inspections for short-term rentals in Massachusetts.

The bill, known as the Maggie Hubbard Rental Safety Act, mandates inspections for compliance with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for short-term rentals not regulated by existing laws. Rental or real estate agents must confirm compliance before listing units. The fee for an annual inspection is capped at $100 per unit or $500 for buildings with six or more units. The division of fire safety of the department of fire services is authorized to implement necessary regulations.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 7, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Mar 19

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)

May 5, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

May 5, 2025

House

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