Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3247: An Act to promote the development of abandoned buildings
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 3247 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to promote the development of abandoned buildings. Primary sponsor: Mike Soter (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5318.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3247) of Michael J. Soter, Joseph D. McKenna and Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to further regulate tax deductions for renovation of abandoned buildings. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Soter | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 8th Worcester |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
| Marcus Vaughn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 9th 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 H5318
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue