The bill introduces a new requirement for the Massachusetts Trial Court to submit a monthly report on summary process cases, specifically focusing on eviction filings, actions, and dispositions, in compliance with General Laws Chapter 239, Section 15. This report will include detailed statistics on various aspects of eviction cases, such as the number of actions filed, default judgments, executions for possession orders, continuances and stays related to short-term emergency rental assistance, and participation in pre-trial mediation. The report aims to provide transparency and data-driven insights into the eviction process in Massachusetts.
Additionally, the bill includes specific insertions of legal language that outline the structure and content of the monthly report, including the introduction of a dedicated section for the report and a link to access relevant data online. The report will cover data from January 2024 through May 2025, ensuring that stakeholders, including the Massachusetts House and Senate, as well as various committees, are informed about the trends and outcomes related to eviction cases in the state.