Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1018: An Act allowing municipalities to preserve owner occupancy
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1018 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act allowing municipalities to preserve owner occupancy. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (December 4, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2766.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1018) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to allow municipalities to preserve owner occupancy in accessory dwelling units. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and 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 S2766
- Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing