Bill > HB1236

This bill modifies Colorado's laws concerning tenant screening reports by making several key changes. Specifically, the bill eliminates the requirement for credit history reports, credit scores, or adverse credit events to be included in a portable tenant screening report for prospective tenants who are seeking to rent with the assistance of a housing subsidy. The bill also removes a previous provision that required landlords to receive screening reports directly from a consumer reporting agency or through a third-party website that regularly handles consumer reports. These changes aim to make the rental application process more accessible for tenants using housing subsidies by reducing potential barriers related to credit history. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and will apply to rental applications submitted on or after that date, with a provision that allows for potential public referendum. The modifications are part of Colorado's ongoing efforts to regulate tenant screening processes and support more equitable housing access.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1236