H770

Clarifying the classification of assisted living residences

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H770 clarifies that assisted living residences are not residential or commercial landlords under landlord tenant law.

Massachusetts H770 aims to clarify the classification of assisted living residences, ensuring they are not considered residential or commercial landlords under landlord tenant law. This act specifies that agreements related to assisted living residences do not create residential tenancies. The bill amends existing law to exclude assisted living residences from certain provisions of landlord tenant law, except where explicitly stated.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 12, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Elder Affairs Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)

Aug 11, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Aug 11, 2025

House

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