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Cal. Civ. Code § 1

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effective 9/13/2026MassachusettsRent Control

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 1
Section 1. This chapter shall be known as The Massachusetts Rent Control Prohibition Act.
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Plain English

Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P § 1 establishes the official title of the chapter as 'The Massachusetts Rent Control Prohibition Act.' This naming provision signals the chapter's overarching purpose: to prohibit rent control measures within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The title itself carries legal significance, as courts and agencies may reference it when interpreting the chapter's scope and intent.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P § 1, the chapter governing rent control prohibition in Massachusetts is formally titled 'The Massachusetts Rent Control Prohibition Act.' Property owners and managers operating in Massachusetts generally familiarize themselves with this chapter's title and framework, as it establishes the legal context under which local rent control ordinances are addressed statewide. Understanding the chapter's formal name helps operators correctly identify and cite the applicable law when reviewing local housing regulations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P § 1 gives the chapter its official name — 'The Massachusetts Rent Control Prohibition Act' — which is the starting point for understanding how Massachusetts law treats rent control. Tenants researching their rights under this chapter can use this title to locate the full text of the law through public legal databases or the Massachusetts Legislature's website. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with c. 40P can help explain how this chapter's framework may relate to a renter's housing situation.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Source Information

Source:https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleVII/Chapter40P/Section1
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