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SB 2271 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Limits rent increases to no more than 4% annually unless the landlord is granted an exemption by secretary of housing, and provides tenants with civil action to recover damages, including award of attorneys' fees and punitive damages, for any violations.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 23, 2026
Last action
May 7, 2026 — 05/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Meghan Kallman D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled