Promotes fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing in Massachusetts.
This bill amends Massachusetts law to prevent discrimination against affordable housing by prohibiting discriminatory land use practices. It allows aggrieved individuals to seek civil action for relief, including damages and attorney's fees. The bill also provides for the attorney general to initiate actions for violations. Discrimination is defined as actions limiting or excluding housing based on income, family size, or protected characteristics.
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