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AZ HB2904

AZ HB2904
Landlords; tenant's marijuana use


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Introduced
02/17/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025

Introduced Session

Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)

Bill Summary

AN ACT amending title 33, chapter 10, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 33-1317.01; relating to residential landlords and tenants.

AI Summary

This bill amends Arizona's landlord-tenant law by adding a new section that prohibits landlords from terminating a rental agreement solely because a tenant uses marijuana. This provision appears to protect tenants who legally use marijuana from facing eviction based on their marijuana consumption. While the bill does not specify details about the type or manner of marijuana use, it seems designed to provide additional legal protection for tenants in light of Arizona's marijuana legalization. The bill ensures that landlords cannot use marijuana use as a grounds for ending a rental agreement, which represents a significant shift in how tenant rights relate to legal marijuana consumption. By preventing automatic termination of rental contracts based on marijuana use, the legislation aims to provide more stability and protection for tenants who choose to use marijuana legally.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

House read second time (on 02/18/2025)

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