Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 176: An Act encouraging the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 176 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act encouraging the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts. Primary sponsor: Paul Feeney (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 176) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to encourage the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Feeney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Bristol and Norfolk |
| Jamie Eldridge | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Middlesex and Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses