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HB 1196

Tenant Data Information

2026 Regular Session

HB 1196 establishes tenant data privacy protections governing how Colorado landlords collect, store, and use resident personal information.

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Bill Summary · HB 1196

Legislative bill overview

HB 1196 establishes requirements for how landlords and property managers must handle tenant data and information. The bill appears to create standards around data collection, storage, and use practices for residential rental properties. It addresses privacy protections and tenant rights regarding personal information held by housing providers.

Why is this important

Tenant data has become increasingly valuable and vulnerable as property management becomes more digitized. Clear statutory protections help prevent misuse of sensitive personal information (financial records, background checks, identification documents) while establishing consistent rules across the state. This affects millions of Colorado renters and sets precedent for data protection in the housing sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of data restrictions: Disagreement likely over which data types require protection, how long records can be retained, and what constitutes reasonable use
  • Compliance burden: Property managers may argue compliance costs are expensive, particularly for small landlords, while tenant advocates may say protections are insufficient
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about who oversees compliance, what penalties apply for violations, and whether enforcement is feasible for individual tenants or requires government agency action

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

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