Order for a hearing to investigate the use, impact, and potential ban of algorithmic price setting in the Boston rental housing market. On motion of Councilors Durkan and Santana, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilor Breadon as an original co-sponsor.

Committee

Committee on Housing and Community Development

Introduced

September 26, 2024

On agenda

October 2, 2024

Passed

December 11, 2024

Where it was heard

City Council Oct 2, 2024 Referred to

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