Federal Issues
NAR Files Amicus Brief Opposing Massachusetts Statewide Rent Control Ballot Measure
April 27, 2026
The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has joined other housing and industry groups in filing an amicus brief opposing a proposed November 2026 ballot measure in Massachusetts that would establish mandatory statewide rent control.
An amicus curiae ("friend of the court") brief is a legal document filed by a non-party with a strong interest in a case, providing information, expertise, or perspective to guide a court’s decision. These briefs, often filed by industry groups or experts, help courts understand the broader impacts of a ruling
This ballot measure would repeal the Massachusetts Rent Control Prohibition Act of 1994 and replace it with a strict, uniform rent control system with limited exemptions. NAR argues the proposal lacks protections for housing providers, such as ensuring a fair income, covering rising operating costs, or allowing relief in hardship situations.
The Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® is leading advocacy efforts against the measure.
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