Bill > S0716

This bill modifies Florida's rental agreement laws to provide additional protections for residential tenants by changing several key provisions related to rent payment and landlord actions. Specifically, the bill extends the period for tenants to pay rent from 3 to 5 days after receiving a written notice of non-payment, and prohibits landlords from imposing any fees or surcharges during this 5-day period. The bill also prevents rental agreements from including provisions that impose additional fees for late or missed rent payments, regardless of how those provisions are phrased. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to other sections of Florida law to reflect the new 5-day payment period, such as updating references in eviction proceedings and court filings. These changes aim to provide tenants with more time and flexibility to address potential rent payment issues without immediately facing additional financial penalties, while maintaining the landlord's ability to seek eviction if rent remains unpaid after the specified period. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, giving landlords and tenants time to understand and prepare for the new regulations.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/716