The bill mandates the Massachusetts Trial Court to produce a monthly report on summary process cases, particularly focusing on eviction filings, actions, and dispositions, in accordance with General Laws Chapter 239, Section 15. This report will provide detailed statistics on eviction cases, including the number of actions filed, default judgments, executions for possession orders, and pre-trial mediation outcomes. It will also track continuances and stays related to pending applications for short-term emergency rental assistance, along with the average duration of these delays. The reporting period is set from January 2024 to August 2025, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in the eviction process.

Additionally, the bill addresses the challenges associated with non-payment of rent cases in Municipal/District Court or Housing Court, particularly the delays between case filing and attorney representation. It clarifies that representation will be recorded for the week a case is filed, reflecting retroactive attorney appearances. The bill highlights that in Boston Municipal and District Court, a small percentage of residential eviction cases are based on grounds other than non-payment of rent. Overall, the legislation seeks to improve the efficiency of legal representation in eviction cases, potentially leading to better outcomes for tenants and a more effective legal system.