Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H1275 — An Act relative to fairness in debt collection

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
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    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill addresses practices related to debt collection.

The bill focuses on ensuring fairness in debt collection practices. It seeks to establish standards and regulations that govern how debts are collected.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This bill may influence how debt collectors interact with you, promoting clearer communication and fairer practices.

Summary

An Act relative to fairness in debt collection

Bill Text

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does H1275 do?
An Act relative to fairness in debt collection
Who sponsors H1275?
H1275 is sponsored by Tram T. Nguyen (Democrat).
What is the current status of H1275?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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