Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1507: An Act limiting rent increases and creating a rental arbitrator
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1507 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act limiting rent increases and creating a rental arbitrator. Primary sponsor: Bill Galvin (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1507) of William C. Galvin for legislation to limit rent increases and create a rental arbitrator within the office of the Attorney General. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Galvin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing