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S 561

Healthy SNAP Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Katie Britt and 5 co-sponsors

Bill S 561 requires landlords to notify low-income elderly and disabled tenants about rent increase exemptions, promoting housing stability and affordability for these groups.

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Bill Summary · S 561

Summary of Bill S 561

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: S 561
  • Title: Relates to notice regarding the rent increase exemption for low income elderly persons and persons with disabilities programs
  • Status: Referred to Aging
  • Introduced: January 08, 2025

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 561 aims to enhance the notification process regarding rent increase exemptions specifically for low-income elderly individuals and persons with disabilities. The bill seeks to ensure that these vulnerable populations are adequately informed about their rights and available exemptions related to rent increases, thereby promoting housing stability and affordability.

Key Provisions

  • Notification Requirements: The bill mandates that landlords provide clear and timely notifications to eligible tenants about their rights to rent increase exemptions.
  • Eligibility Criteria: The bill specifies the criteria for low-income elderly persons and individuals with disabilities to qualify for these exemptions.
  • Program Integration: It aims to streamline the process for accessing these exemptions, potentially integrating it with existing housing assistance programs.

Impact

  • Affected Populations: The primary beneficiaries of this bill will be low-income elderly persons and individuals with disabilities who face challenges in affording housing due to rent increases.
  • Landlords and Housing Providers: Landlords will be required to adhere to new notification protocols, which may involve additional administrative responsibilities.
  • Housing Stability: By improving awareness of rent increase exemptions, the bill is expected to contribute to greater housing stability for vulnerable populations.

Legislative Timeline

  • January 08, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to Housing, Construction and Community Development.
  • February 03, 2025: Reported and committed to Finance.
  • April 29, 2025: First report calendar.
  • April 30, 2025: Second report calendar.
  • May 01, 2025: Advanced to third reading.
  • May 13, 2025: Passed Senate and delivered to Assembly.
  • June 04, 2025: Recalled from Assembly, returned to Senate, and amended on third reading (version 561A).
  • June 10, 2025: Repassed Senate and returned to Assembly, referred to Aging.

Related Bills

  • S 6210: Prior-session bill related to similar issues.
  • S 512: Prior-session bill addressing housing concerns.
  • S 429: Prior-session bill with overlapping themes.
  • A 1863: Companion bill in the Assembly.

This summary provides an overview of Bill S 561, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the populations it aims to serve. The bill is currently in the legislative process, having been referred to the Aging committee for further consideration.

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

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