Massachusetts § 157 - Care of leased railway property
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 157 — Care of leased railway property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 157. Care of leased railway property
Section 157. The trustees shall maintain the street railway property in good operating condition. At the expiration of any lease which is not renewed, a transportation area shall return the property to the owners in as good condition as it was when first taken over, ordinary wear and tear to be taken into consideration. All leases shall be subject to a provision that any question of damages shall, within ninety days from the date of expiration of a lease, be submitted to the department, and its decision or award shall be final, it being understood that fluctuations in the value of the property and equipment shall not be taken into consideration.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 157
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 157 cover?
Section 157 ("Care of leased railway property") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 157?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 157" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 157 apply to my situation?
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