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A 3362

Prohibits landlord from considering certain actions in tenant screening; clarifies that rent receivership action does not require rent deposit and may be based on implied warranty of habitability.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dan Hutchison and 1 co-sponsor

New Jersey bill prohibits landlords from screening out tenants based on prior legal actions and clarifies habitability-based rent receivership procedures without deposits required.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3362

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 3362 modifies New Jersey's tenant-landlord laws in two ways: it prevents landlords from using certain tenant actions (likely legal disputes or complaints about habitability) as screening criteria when evaluating rental applicants, and it clarifies that landlords can pursue rent receivership actions based on implied warranty of habitability violations without requiring tenants to have deposited rent first.

Why is this important

The bill addresses a practical problem where tenants who have previously asserted their legal rights—such as reporting unsafe conditions or pursuing habitability claims—face discrimination when seeking new housing. Additionally, clarifying rent receivership procedures could affect how disputes over uninhabitable housing conditions are resolved, potentially making it easier for landlords to recover unpaid rent while also establishing clearer standards for when such actions are justified.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant screening restrictions: Landlords may argue this limits their ability to assess tenant reliability, while tenant advocates say it prevents retaliation against those who know their rights
  • Rent receivership implications: The precise definition of which "certain actions" are prohibited remains unclear from the bill title; landlords need clarity on what tenant conduct cannot be penalized
  • Habitability standards: Disagreement may arise over what constitutes a violation of implied warranty of habitability and whether this expansion makes it too easy for tenants to withhold rent without consequence

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

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