Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H1410

Introduced
2/16/23  

Caption

Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes

Impact

If enacted, H1410 would significantly impact state laws related to educational funding, ensuring that local school districts receive the financial support they need to provide quality education. The bill includes provisions that mandate minimum funding levels for certain programs, aiming to standardize the quality of education across the state. This change would likely require a reevaluation of how funds are currently allocated and could involve increased oversight from the state educational board.

Summary

House Bill H1410 aims to reform the educational funding structure within the state, focusing on equitable distribution of resources among school districts. The bill seeks to address disparities in funding that have historically affected under-resourced schools, particularly those in low-income areas. Proponents argue that by ensuring a fair allocation of funds, H1410 will enhance educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their socio-economic background.

Contention

The bill has drawn various opinions from stakeholders within the education sector. Supporters, including teacher unions and education advocates, argue that H1410 is a necessary step toward ameliorating the funding inequalities that inhibit student success. However, opponents raise concerns regarding the potential implications for local control over educational decisions, fearing that such state mandates could hinder the ability of local districts to make tailored decisions that meet the specific needs of their communities.

Companion Bills

MA H3721

Similar To Amending Chapter 230 of the Acts of 1954

MA H4551

Similar To Relative to the filling of vacancies in the office of mayor of the city of Revere

MA H4517

Replaced by Study Order

Previously Filed As

MA S994

Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes

MA S626

For a right of first refusal for foreclosed property (Foreclosure TOPA)

MA H1162

For a right of first refusal for foreclosed property (Foreclosure TOPA)

MA H2036

Enabling municipal pre-foreclosure mediation

MA H942

Establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program

MA H1083

To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure

MA S1104

Protecting homeowners from unnecessary foreclosures

MA S653

Establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program

MA H1404

Protecting homeowners from unnecessary foreclosures

MA H1090

Establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program

Similar Bills

MA S994

Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes

NJ A2417

Concerns expedited process for foreclosing vacant and abandoned residential properties in uncontested actions.

NJ A3306

Concerns expedited process for foreclosing vacant and abandoned residential properties in uncontested actions.

FL H0575

Vacation and Timeshare Plans

NJ S4653

The "Vacant Property Revitalization and Affordable Housing Act"; establishes fund to revitalize certain real property and revises process for tax lien holder to foreclose the right of redemption; appropriates $50 million.

HI HB2009

Relating To Foreclosing On Mortgaged Property.

OK HB2519

Mortgages; declaring legislative intent; defining terms; disallowing certain actions by lenders; effective date.

MI HB5630

Civil rights: disabilities discrimination; modifications for notifications of eviction and foreclosure; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 220 (MCL 37.1101 - 37.1607) by adding sec. 506b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5631'24