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SB 679

AN ACT PERMITTING TENANTS TO MAKE ADVANCE RENTAL PAYMENTS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rob Sampson

Connecticut bill permits tenants to voluntarily prepay multiple months of rent in advance, removing current legal restrictions on advance rental payments.

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Bill Summary · SB 679

Legislative bill overview

SB 679 would allow tenants in Connecticut to make advance rental payments to their landlords without legal restriction. Currently, Connecticut law limits or prohibits tenants from prepaying rent beyond a certain period. This bill removes those restrictions, giving tenants the option to pay multiple months or longer periods in advance if they choose to do so.

Why is this important

Advance rental payments could benefit tenants with irregular income (seasonal workers, gig economy workers, those receiving bonuses) by allowing them to pay rent when funds are available rather than on a fixed schedule. Conversely, it could create financial risk for tenants who prepay and then face eviction or need access to that money for emergencies. The policy also affects landlord-tenant dynamics and the protections that restrict prepayment in the first place.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant financial vulnerability: Prepaid rent is generally unprotected if a landlord goes bankrupt or misappropriates funds, leaving tenants without recourse and potentially facing homelessness
  • Current law rationale: Existing restrictions on advance payments exist specifically to protect tenants from being locked into unfavorable arrangements or losing deposits; eliminating safeguards may harm the most vulnerable renters
  • Landlord incentives: Allowing advance payments could incentivize aggressive collection practices or pressure tactics encouraging tenants to prepay despite financial risks

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

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