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 comprehensive 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, detailing their average duration. The bill introduces new legal language to establish this reporting requirement and specifies the data to be included, while removing outdated references to previous reporting practices.

Additionally, the bill addresses delays in non-payment of rent cases in Municipal/District Court or Housing Court, ensuring that attorney representation is recorded for the week a case is filed, reflecting retroactive appearances. It 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. By streamlining the process and improving data accuracy regarding attorney involvement, the bill aims to enhance the efficiency of legal representation in eviction cases, potentially leading to better outcomes for tenants and a more effective legal system.