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Preemption

M.G.L. c. 40P, § 5
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c. 40P, § 5. Preemption Section 5. Because rent control is a matter of statewide concern, this chapter shall preempt, supersede or nullify any inconsistent, contrary or conflicting state or local law.
Source: Massachusetts General Court (malegislature.gov)URL: https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleVII/Chapter40P/Section5Fetched: 10/20/2026

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