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H 772

An act relating to residential rental agreements, eviction procedures, and the creation of the positive rental payment credit reporting pilot program

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Mihaly

Vermont bill creates tenant protections in eviction procedures and establishes a pilot program allowing on-time rental payments to be reported to credit bureaus.

3rd reading refused on roll call, requested by Senator Ram Hinsdale, Failed -- Needed 16 of 30 to Pass -- Yeas = 15, Nays = 16
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Bill Summary · H 772

Legislative bill overview

H 772 modifies Vermont's residential rental agreements and eviction procedures while establishing a pilot program to report positive rental payment history to credit bureaus. The bill aims to strengthen tenant protections during eviction processes and create incentives for on-time rent payment by allowing tenants to build credit through rental compliance.

Why is this important

Eviction procedures directly affect housing stability for thousands of Vermonters, and the ability to build credit through rent payment could improve financial access for low-income renters. The dual approach addresses both tenant vulnerability during legal proceedings and long-term economic mobility by rewarding payment reliability.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord concerns: Additional procedural requirements in eviction processes may increase costs and legal complexity for property owners, particularly small landlords
  • Credit reporting scope: Questions about which rental payments qualify, data privacy safeguards, and whether positive reporting actually benefits tenants or creates new vulnerabilities
  • Pilot program costs and effectiveness: Uncertainty about implementation expenses, which entities manage the program, and whether voluntary participation from landlords will be sufficient for meaningful data collection

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

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