Bill > HB2029

This bill amends the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 to provide for tenants' rights in cases of violence. It defines key terms such as "domestic violence," "eligible tenant," and "victim," and outlines provisions for early release or termination of a lease, tenant verification, landlord obligations, and changes to locks. The bill prohibits landlords from taking certain retaliatory actions against tenants who are victims or have exercised their rights under the law. The bill aims to protect tenants experiencing domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking by allowing them to safely terminate a lease and change locks without penalty.