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Self-storage industry presses panel to clarify abandonment and electronic contract rules

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The Self Storage Association told the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure that House Bill 340 and Senate Bill 236 would clarify when an operator may begin abandonment procedures and confirm electronic rental agreements while preserving existing consumer notices under Massachusetts law.

The Self Storage Association urged the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to advance House Bill 340 and Senate Bill 236, which the association says would clarify when operators may begin abandonment procedures and confirm that rental agreements may be signed electronically.

Joe Doherty, senior vice president and chief legal and legislative officer for the Self Storage Association, told the committee the bills would address gaps…

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