Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 997: An Act creating an office of tenant protections
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 997 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act creating an office of tenant protections. Primary sponsor: Adam Gómez (Democratic). 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. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 997) of Adam Gomez for legislation to create an office of tenant protections within the executive office of housing and livable communities. Housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Gómez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden |
“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 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Housing