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Logan Haynes argues that modern manufactured homes deserve the same recognition and protections as traditional houses, urging lawmakers to avoid treating them like vehicles.

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Manufactured‑housing group urges Kentucky to protect homeowners in titling updates
Logan Haynes of the Kentucky Manufactured Housing Institute told the interim joint committee that modern manufactured homes meet stringent federal and state standards, urged lawmakers to avoid treating homes like vehicles in titling and tax rules, and flagged needed statutory updates following a federal law change.
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September 26, 2026 at 1:25 AM
A new California bill could revolutionize home improvement projects by mandating full transparency on subcontractor details, ensuring homeowners know exactly who is working on their property.

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California bill mandates transparency in home improvement contracts with subcontractor details
New legislation improves transparency by requiring subcontractor details in home improvement contracts.
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May 12, 2025 at 5:41 AM
New York just passed a one-year moratorium on tax foreclosures, aiming to protect homeowners from losing surplus proceeds—but critics warn it could leave counties with a massive budget gap!

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Assembly advances one-year in-rem tax-foreclosure moratorium to codify post-Tyler guidance
The Assembly passed a bill creating a one-year moratorium on in-rem tax foreclosures in many jurisdictions to give counties time to set up surplus-proceeds processes after the Supreme Court ecision; critics warned it could create large budget gaps for counties and worsen vacant-property conditions.
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May 8, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Homeowners in Pinellas County could face financial chaos if PACE assessments aren’t placed on the tax roll by March 31, risking unresolved liens and refinancing headaches.

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PACE providers tell Pinellas commissioners homeowners risk liens after prolonged legal fight
Representatives for Fortify Financial and an associated PACE lender told the Pinellas County commission that court rulings and SB 770 validated many PACE assessments but that tax-collector resistance and ongoing litigation have left dozens of homeowners at risk of unpaid liens if assessments are not placed on the March tax roll.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Florida's House Bill 983 could change the game for homeowners by capping amenity expense increases at 25%, but will it truly protect your budget?

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Florida House passes HB 983 limiting amenity expense increases for homeowners
HB 983 sets a 25 percent limit on annual amenity expense increases for homeowners starting 2025.
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February 25, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Idaho's new House Bill 361 could revolutionize homeowner associations by banning unauthorized transfer fees and ensuring financial transparency for all homeowners.

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Idaho homeowners associations prohibited from charging unauthorized transfer fees
Idaho law bans transfer fees without explicit authorization in homeowner association declarations.
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March 27, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Idaho's House Bill 282 could reshape homestead property rights, allowing married couples to claim exemptions separately—will this change protect homeowners or complicate their claims?

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Idaho House passes bill to amend homestead property provisions
House Bill 282 revises Idaho's homestead exemptions and declares an emergency effective July 2025
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February 22, 2025 at 2:59 AM
A high school senior is stepping into the Idaho legislative spotlight, bringing fresh energy and a passion for public service while tackling crucial issues that affect homeowners and the community.

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Capital High School senior Preston French joins committee as new page
Preston French introduces himself as a senior athlete and new page for the session.
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February 17, 2025 at 11:23 PM
House Bill 2624 could change the game for conservation groups and public entities by allowing them to bypass homeowner protections, raising concerns among small forest landowners about potential exploitation.

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Bill would exempt conservation groups, tribes and public agencies from 'we-buy' homeowner protections
House Bill 2624 would expand an exemption in a law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory solicitations so that public entities, Indian tribes and nonprofit land-conservation corporations may acquire unlisted property for public purposes without triggering timing and appraisal requirements. Conservation groups and small forest owners testified with opposing views.
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February 20, 2026 at 5:19 AM
Eastlake City Council is taking bold steps to protect homeowners from unregistered contractors, ensuring that your next renovation is both safe and compliant!

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Local Officials Implement New Permit Regulations to Protect Homeowners and Contractors
Local officials enhance permit process to ensure contractor accountability and homeowner protection.
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April 19, 2025 at 3:58 AM
The senator from the 11th warns that the new property-tax package will do little to alleviate the financial burden on struggling homeowners, highlighting missed opportunities for real reform.

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Senator from the 11th says SB1410/SB853 fall short of property tax relief
Senator from the 11th criticized a combined property-tax reform package (Senate Bill 1410 and Senate Bill 853), saying amendments adopted in the Senate weaken protections and that the measure will do little to prevent homeowners from losing their homes.
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April 30, 2026 at 2:02 PM
A new bill in Missouri aims to create a $12 million fund for stronger homes while introducing disaster mediation to help homeowners navigate insurance claims during emergencies.

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Missouri committee hears bill to fund resilient roofs, add disaster mediation and tighten adjuster rules
House Bill 3,328 would create a Missouri Stronger Homes Fund seeded with $12 million, establish a voluntary Disaster Mediation Act for declared emergencies, and update rules for public adjusters and fraud investigations; witnesses split over fee caps, fortified-roof standards and mutual‑company carve-outs.
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April 20, 2026 at 8:11 PM
In a bold move to protect homeowners, Jackson County has removed 914 properties from tax sales due to new state valuation limits!

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County Executive removes 914 properties from tax sales due to valuation limits
County Executive excludes residential parcels with over 15% valuation increase from tax sales.
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June 24, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Minnesota lawmakers are revolutionizing the foreclosure process, giving homeowners a fighting chance with new protections and clearer guidelines for lenders.

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Minnesota lawmakers amend foreclosure bill to improve homeowner protections
Amendments enhance clarity and flexibility for lenders in loss mitigation and redemption processes.
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March 13, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Oklahoma's House just approved a groundbreaking measure to cap property tax growth, but could this be a win for homeowners or a perilous cut to local services?

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House orders special election on constitutional amendment to cap property-tax growth
The House passed SJR 39, sending a proposed constitutional amendment to voters that would cap annual valuation growth on homesteads at 1.75% and other properties at 4%; supporters called it homeowner relief, critics warned of cuts to local services. The House approved the referral for a special election by the two-thirds vote required.
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April 16, 2026 at 4:08 AM
The Mines Subsidence Protection Program is facing a funding crisis as rising inspection costs threaten its ability to help homeowners affected by coal mine subsidence.

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Agency outlines Mines Subsidence Protection Program rules, fees and mounting expenses as trust fund declines
Program administrator Deb Zak told the board MSPP enrollment is limited to homes built on or before 1989 in historically undermined coal‑mined areas, costs $305 for new enrollment, and carries a $1,000 deductible with a $100,000 per‑occurrence maximum; staff warned subsurface investigation and inspection costs have outpaced revenue and the trust is
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November 14, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Residents in Berrien County are sounding the alarm on a shocking wave of foreclosure-deed fraud that preys on vulnerable homeowners, urging local officials to take action!

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Residents urge action on alleged foreclosure-deed scams; board to send resolution to Lansing
Public commenters urged Berrien County commissioners to support state bills aimed at curbing alleged foreclosure-deed scams after residents described cases in which deeds were purchased from vulnerable homeowners. Commissioners expressed support and agreed to forward the county resolution to Lansing.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Whitfield County is taking a stand to protect homeowners from skyrocketing property taxes by proposing a cap on annual assessment increases—will you support the change?

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Whitfield County asks legislators to pursue voter referendum capping annual property-assessment increases
The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Feb. 13 to ask the county's legislative delegation to introduce local legislation that would cap homestead property-assessment increases at 6% annually (14% max over any consecutive three years); a countywide referendum would appear on the Nov. 2023 ballot if the bill is enacted and signed.
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March 12, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Harris County homeowners can breathe a sigh of relief as new laws protect them from property tax hikes despite rising market values!

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Georgia legislators clarify implications of House Bill 581 and recent tax changes
Homesteaded property owners will not see tax increases despite rising property values under new laws.
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July 2, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Massachusetts just took a crucial step to protect homeowners by mandating timely insurance payouts from mortgage lenders!

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Massachusetts Senate bill 787 mandates timely insurance loss draft payouts for homeowners
Legislation establishes regulations for mortgage lenders on insurance payout disbursements to homeowners
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September 6, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Massachusetts legislators are pushing a groundbreaking bill that could protect homeowners from costly heating oil cleanup expenses.

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Massachusetts legislators propose insurance coverage for home heating oil releases in bill 813
Bill mandates homeowners' insurance coverage for heating oil release remediation costs
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June 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A new bill aimed at protecting homeowners from HOA mismanagement just passed the Senate Appropriations Committee with a decisive 5-1 vote!

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Senate Appropriations Committee due-passes SB 12 38 to protect HOA homeowners; vote 5-1
The Senate Committee on Appropriations voted 5-1 to due-pass SB 12 38, a measure Senator Wahab said would require HOA managers to meet a duty of care, restrict certain reserve uses, and improve inspection-rating transparency; sponsors estimate a one-time Department of Real Estate cost of $50,000.
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May 12, 2026 at 12:27 AM