Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1909: An Act relative to landlords accountability with regard to drug houses
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1909 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to landlords accountability with regard to drug houses. Primary sponsor: Jamie Murphy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (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 Murphy of Weymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1909) of James M. Murphy for legislation to establish penalties for landlords knowingly providing premises to be used for illegal drug purposes. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Murphy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th 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 H5281 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary