Senate, Bill and rent increases

Lawmakers eye revival of bill that would cap rent increases for seniors and the disabled
Lawmakers are looking to revive a bill to cap rent increases for vulnerable Nevada seniors and the disabled. A similar bill passed the Legislature in 2023 but was vetoed by Governor Joe Lombardo. This proposed measure would cap raises at 10% and would be part of a pilot program lasting a year.
Bill to cap rent increases passes out of WA Senate Housing Committee
The Senate Housing Committee on Wednesday gave Senate Bill 5222 a do-pass recommendation during executive session. SB 5222 would cap annual rent and fee increases at 7%, enhance talent protections, and establish new notice requirements for landlords under Washington’s landlord-tenant laws.
Renters hope ‘good cause eviction’ bill will overcome state Senate committee hurdle
Montgomery County Renters Alliance calls for passage of 'good cause eviction' legislation sought for over a decade.
Washington senate moves rent cap bill forward, but not without a fight
The Washington Senate's rent control discussions ignite debate on housing affordability and tenant rights across the state.
Bills to protect Oklahoma renters pass through first House committee
Unanimously passed by the House Civil Judiciary Committee, House Bill 1945 and House Bill 2015 are intending to protect Oklahoma renters.
Rent cap bill moves ahead in WA Senate
Senate Bill 5222 prohibits landlords from raising rent and fees more than 7% during any 12-month period. They could set the rent at whatever level they want at the start of someone’s tenancy. The bill also requires landlords to give 180 days notice before an increase of 3% or more and limits some move-in and deposit fees.
Airbnb pushes back on new bill that would tax short-term rentals to fund housing in Washington
In practice, taxes on short-term rentals are typically passed on to the guest as part of the total booking cost. Short-term rentals in Washington state
Some Tenants Could Get Only One Day’s Eviction Notice, Under Federal Bill
Landlords around the United States would be allowed to give tenants three days’ notice or less before evicting them, under ...
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Apology after council tenants hit with unexpected rent bill after 'admin error'
North Northants Council (NNC) tenants have received an apology after being hit with an unexpected rent bill after an ...
Bill aims to halt rent fixing, boost transparency in Charlotte
A new bill introduced by nine Senate Democrats aims to prevent companies from collaborating to set higher rents using ...