Bill > HB05257

This bill, effective October 1, 2026, prohibits landlords from demanding or accepting a security deposit from any tenant that exceeds one month's rent for any rental agreement entered into on or after that date, replacing a previous law that allowed for up to two months' rent for tenants under sixty-two years of age. Additionally, the bill modifies the state's security deposit guarantee program, administered by the Commissioner of Housing, to allow for guarantees of up to one month's rent, instead of the previous two months, for eligible individuals and families facing financial hardship or involved in summary process actions, with a priority given to veterans.

Housing and Urban Affairs

Housing Committee (Joint)

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