Massachusetts S2980 aims to prevent discriminatory land use practices that limit affordable housing.

Massachusetts S2980 amends Chapter 23B to prohibit public boards or bodies from engaging in discriminatory land use practices. The bill defines such practices as actions or inactions that limit housing accommodations for low-income families, families with more than two children, or individuals based on protected characteristics. The Office of Fair Housing will investigate complaints, and if probable cause is found, the complainant can elect for judicial determination. The bill also mandates the executive office to promulgate regulations within two years of passage.

Massachusetts S2980 aims to prevent discriminatory land use practices that limit affordable housing.

Massachusetts S2980 amends Chapter 23B to prohibit public boards or bodies from engaging in discriminatory land use practices. The bill defines such practices as actions or inactions that limit housing accommodations for low-income families, families with more than two children, or individuals based on protected characteristics. The Office of Fair Housing will investigate complaints, and if probable cause is found, the complainant can elect for judicial determination. The bill also mandates the executive office to promulgate regulations within two years of passage.