News Room
Here you’ll find media coverage and updates about the Easthampton Tenants Union’s efforts across the city. These stories reflect the collective work of tenants advocating for fair and stable housing.
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Joint Statement on the SJC Decision Striking the Rent Control Ballot Initiative
Massachusetts tenant unions condemn the Supreme Judicial Court’s decision removing the rent control ballot initiative, call for passage of S.1447, and urge tenants to organize statewide for affordable…
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Rent Control Bill Compromise Is Bad for Tenants
The Easthampton Tenants Union opposes the proposed compromise to Massachusetts rent stabilization legislation, arguing it weakens tenant protections through higher rent caps, local opt-in requirements, and expanded exemptions.…
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Easthampton to hold listening sessions on rent control proposal
Easthampton’s Rent Study Committee will host public listening sessions on a proposed rent control policy as tenants, landlords, and city officials debate housing affordability, rent caps, and protections…
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Easthampton Tenants Union Endorses Proposition 2½ Override
The Easthampton Tenants Union voted on May 7 to formally endorse the proposed Proposition 2½ override ahead of the upcoming city vote, citing concerns over potential cuts to…
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Easthampton addresses housing crisis with new task force, rental rules
Easthampton tenants union wins seat in new Housing Crisis Task Force as city tackles housing affordability and short-term rentals, highlighting tenant organizing power amid rising rent burden.
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Easthampton Tenants Union is racking up wins
Citywide tenants unions are rare. But they’re starting to pop up nationwide, including in Easthampton, where neighbors are building power by fighting for cheaper rent, building maintenance, and…
