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HB 5367

AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS FROM RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Geraldo Reyes and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill establishing procedures for removing unauthorized occupants from residential properties, balancing property owner rights against due process protections.

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Bill Summary · HB 5367

Legislative bill overview

HB 5367 addresses the legal process for removing unauthorized persons from residential properties in Connecticut. The bill, introduced by Representative Geraldo Reyes, has been referred to the Joint Committee on Housing and is currently in the public hearing phase. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but the title indicates it concerns streamlining or clarifying removal procedures for trespassers or squatters.

Why is this important

Unauthorized occupancy of residential properties—whether through squatting, trespassing, or failed evictions—creates significant challenges for property owners, generates legal disputes, and can contribute to neighborhood blight and safety concerns. Clear statutory procedures can reduce litigation costs and timeline uncertainty while protecting both property rights and the legal interests of occupants who may have legitimate claims to tenancy.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant protections vs. property owner efficiency: Balancing faster removal procedures against protections for people with arguable residential rights (roommates, family members, or those claiming tenancy)
  • Due process standards: Whether the bill provides adequate notice and hearing opportunities before removal, or prioritizes swift action
  • Definition of "unauthorized": Clarity on distinguishing between trespassers, squatters, and former tenants with potential legal claims to occupancy

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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