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HB 2666

Requiring certain disclosures to be made to prospective tenants and providing restrictions on fees for the late payment of rent under the residential landlord and tenant act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rui Xu

Kansas bill requiring landlord disclosures to renters and capping late rent payment fees to increase tenant transparency and reduce excessive lease penalties.

Died in Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2666

Legislative bill overview

HB 2666 would require landlords in Kansas to make specific disclosures to prospective tenants and impose restrictions on late rent payment fees under the state's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. The bill establishes new transparency requirements and limits how much landlords can charge when tenants pay rent late.

Why is this important

Rental market transparency directly affects tenant decision-making and financial planning, particularly for lower-income renters who may be vulnerable to unexpected or excessive fees. These regulations shape the cost of renting housing and can influence disputes between landlords and tenants, affecting both sides' bottom lines and predictability in lease agreements.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee cap definition: Disagreement likely over what constitutes a reasonable late fee cap—landlords may argue restrictions reduce their ability to incentivize on-time payment, while tenant advocates will debate whether caps are strict enough
  • Disclosure scope and burden: Uncertainty about which specific disclosures are required and whether compliance costs disproportionately burden small landlords versus larger property management companies
  • Enforcement and penalties: Questions about how violations are enforced, what penalties apply, and whether the bill creates new litigation opportunities between landlords and tenants

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

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