Massachusetts H5031 amends housing court jurisdiction by removing specific geographic limitations.

Massachusetts H5031 modifies the jurisdiction of the Housing Court by eliminating geographic restrictions that previously limited the court's authority to specific cities and counties. This change removes the previous limitations on where the court can hear cases, potentially expanding its reach across the state. The bill's amendments affect the language in Section 3 of Chapter 185C of the General Laws, removing references to specific cities and counties. The changes are set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Massachusetts H5031 amends housing court jurisdiction by removing specific geographic limitations.

Massachusetts H5031 modifies the jurisdiction of the Housing Court by eliminating geographic restrictions that previously limited the court's authority to specific cities and counties. This change removes the previous limitations on where the court can hear cases, potentially expanding its reach across the state. The bill's amendments affect the language in Section 3 of Chapter 185C of the General Laws, removing references to specific cities and counties. The changes are set to take effect immediately upon passage.