BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — Supporters of rent control measures are gathering signatures to get the issue on the ballot in Massachusetts next year, even though some elected officials are against the proposed question.
The issues surrounding housing development and rent control are economically and politically intertwined. Next November, Massachusetts voters may be asked to approve a referendum petition to impose rent control statewide. Gov. Maura Healey says she’s opposed to a potential ballot question that would put a cap on annual rent increases in Massachusetts. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu says she’s still not sure whether to support or oppose the proposed petition.
“I haven’t taken a formal position yet. This may be the only opportunity for some time to express the need for more action and more urgency to keep people in their homes,” Wu said…