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Senate passes bill clarifying prohibition on local caps for rental application fees and deposits
Summary
Senate Bill 91 passed the Arkansas Senate 28-3 (with one not voting and three recorded present) after floor debate. Sponsors said the bill clarifies existing state code and responds to a Fayetteville attempt to cap application fees.
Little Rock — The Arkansas State Senate on March 4 passed Senate Bill 91, a measure clarifying that local governmental units may not regulate or control the amount charged for a rental application fee or security deposit for residential or commercial property.
Sponsor and context: Senator Jason Penzo, floor sponsor, told colleagues the bill "just adds clarity to what already exists in code," citing prior opinions requested…
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