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LC 3396

Generally revise laws related to residential rentals

2025 Regular Session

LC 3396 - Generally Revise Laws Related to Residential Rentals OverviewBill Number: LC 3396 Title: Generally Revise Laws Related to Residential Rentals Status: (LC) Draft Died in

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 3396

LC 3396 - Generally Revise Laws Related to Residential Rentals

Overview

Bill Number: LC 3396
Title: Generally Revise Laws Related to Residential Rentals
Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process
Introduced: December 14, 2024

Purpose and Intent

This draft legislation aims to comprehensively update and reform the state's laws governing residential rental properties and the landlord-tenant relationship. The primary goals are to modernize rental regulations, enhance tenant protections, and establish a more balanced framework for both landlords and tenants.

Key Provisions

  • Require landlords to provide detailed disclosures to tenants on rental terms, fees, and property conditions prior to lease signing
  • Establish minimum standards for rental unit habitability, including requirements for functioning utilities, appliances, and safety features
  • Limit the ability of landlords to refuse to rent to tenants based on source of income (e.g. government housing vouchers)
  • Prohibit landlords from discriminating against tenants with minor criminal records or eviction histories
  • Extend the required notice period for no-cause evictions from 30 days to 60 days
  • Cap the maximum security deposit amount at one month's rent and require landlords to pay interest on deposits
  • Create a statewide rental registry and inspection program to ensure compliance with habitability standards

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would impact both residential landlords and tenants across the state. Landlords would face new disclosure requirements, limitations on tenant screening, and increased obligations to maintain rental properties. Tenants, particularly low-income and marginalized groups, would benefit from enhanced protections against discrimination, eviction, and substandard housing conditions.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This draft legislation, known as LC 3396, was introduced in December 2024 but ultimately died in the legislative process without being formally introduced as a bill. It remains a proposal that could potentially be reintroduced and considered in a future legislative session.

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

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