Bill
S 1453
Overview: Bill Number: S 1453, Title: Relates to rent impairing violations and eviction proceedings, Status: REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, Introduced
Overview: Bill Number: S 1453, Title: Relates to rent impairing violations and eviction proceedings, Status: REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, Introduced: April 10, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to rent-impairing violations and eviction proceedings. The goal is to provide greater protections for tenants and ensure that landlords address any violations that may be impacting the habitability of rental properties.
Key Provisions:
- Requires landlords to address any rent-impairing violations, such as issues with plumbing, heating, or structural integrity, within a specified timeframe
- Prohibits landlords from initiating eviction proceedings if there are outstanding rent-impairing violations
- Establishes a process for tenants to report rent-impairing violations and seek remedies
- Provides for the withholding of rent payments until violations are addressed
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact landlords and tenants. It aims to protect tenants from living in substandard conditions by requiring landlords to address any rent-impairing violations and preventing eviction proceedings until these issues are resolved.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development committee, indicating that it is in the early stages of the legislative process. The committee will likely hold hearings and gather input before deciding whether to move the bill forward for further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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