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S2912Introduced in the Senate

Amends several definitions to the general law chapter relating to abandoned property, adds a definition for "eligible nonprofit corporation", provides criteria for when properties are considered abandoned or a public nuisance.

Passed

Introduced by Jacob Bissaillon, District 1

What does this bill do?

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Official description

PROPERTY -- ABANDONED PROPERTY - Amends several definitions to the general law chapter relating to abandoned property, adds a definition for "eligible nonprofit corporation", provides criteria for when properties are considered abandoned or a public nuisance.

Where it stands

Signed by Governor

June 18, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Passage · June 4, 2026

38

Yes

0

No

0

Absent or Not Voting

38 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)

  5. Proposed Substitute

  6. Committee recommends passage of Sub A

  7. Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)

  8. Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)

  9. Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)

  10. House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)

  11. Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)

  12. Senate passed Sub A as amended in concurrence

  13. Transmitted to Governor

  14. Signed by Governor

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