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A 7489

Eliminates certain restrictions on the right to eviction for landlord's personal use

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Fitzpatrick and 1 co-sponsor

Eliminates certain restrictions on evictions for landlord's personal use, potentially expanding a landlord's ability to regain units and affecting tenant protections.

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Bill Summary · A 7489

Bill Summary — A 7489

Overview

  • Bill: A 7489
  • Title: Eliminates certain restrictions on the right to eviction for landlord's personal use
  • Status: Referred to Housing
  • Introduced: March 28, 2025
  • Sponsor(s):
    • Primary: Michael Novakhov
    • Cosponsor: Michael J. Fitzpatrick
  • Related bills (prior sessions): A 3763, A 3209, A 2572, A 4230, A 4023, A 7341, A 6142, A 5521, A 3664

What the bill would change

  • The bill proposes to remove certain restrictions currently limiting a landlord’s right to evict a tenant for personal use of the unit.
  • The exact restrictions to be eliminated are not detailed in the summary provided; the bill text would specify which prohibitions or requirements are removed and how the eviction process would be affected (e.g., notice requirements, eligibility criteria, or procedural safeguards).

Key provisions (as described)

  • Eliminates “certain restrictions” on eviction for landlord’s personal use.
  • The scope and mechanics of the change (which tenants or units are affected, the timeline for compliance, any required notices, and any remaining safeguards) would be defined in the enacted bill language.
  • At this stage, the summary does not outline accompanying protections, thresholds, or transitioning rules beyond removing stated restrictions.

Who would be affected

  • Landlords: Potentially greater ability to proceed with evictions when the landlord or immediate family intends to occupy the unit.
  • Tenants: Potentially reduced leverage or protection against eviction in cases that fall under “personal use,” depending on how the bill’s provisions are drafted and implemented.
  • Household units and housing markets: Changes to eviction dynamics could influence vacancy turnover and rental housing stability in affected jurisdictions.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • The bill has been referred to the Housing Committee, indicating formal review and potential hearings as the next steps.
  • As with all proposed laws, passage would require approval by the full chamber (and the other legislative chamber if applicable), followed by signature or override provisions depending on the jurisdiction.
  • Given its linkage to multiple related bills from prior sessions, stakeholders may review prior proposals for context on potential intent and impacts.

Additional context

  • The related prior-session bills (A 3763, A 3209, A 2572, A 4230, A 4023, A 7341, A 6142, A 5521, A 3664) suggest an ongoing legislative focus on eviction policies and landlord-tenant rights. The new A 7489 may align with or diverge from those prior efforts.

For a complete understanding, readers should review the full bill text and analysis once available, which will specify the exact restrictions being eliminated and any accompanying safeguards or transitional provisions.

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

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