Bill
HB 3170
Overview: HB 3170, a bill regarding approved sewage systems for rental properties, was introduced to the House on February 21, 2025 and is currently in the markup discussion stage.
Overview: HB 3170, a bill regarding approved sewage systems for rental properties, was introduced to the House on February 21, 2025 and is currently in the markup discussion stage.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish new requirements for the installation and maintenance of sewage systems in rental properties. The goal is to ensure that rental units have properly functioning and approved sewage systems to protect public health and the environment.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all rental properties to have a sewage system approved by the Public Service Commission
- Mandates regular inspections and maintenance of rental property sewage systems
- Imposes penalties for landlords who fail to comply with the new sewage system requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Landlords of rental properties will be required to install and maintain approved sewage systems
- Tenants of rental properties will benefit from improved sanitation and environmental protections
- The Public Service Commission will be responsible for overseeing the new sewage system requirements
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the markup discussion stage, where legislators are reviewing and amending the proposed legislation. If passed, the new sewage system requirements would take effect within 6 months of the bill's enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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