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Heated committee debate over bill allowing seniors to seek rent‑increase limits; no vote taken
Summary
S.4188, which would allow certain senior tenants to apply for limits on rent increases, drew lengthy testimony and partisan exchanges. Housing advocates supported protections; builders, realtors and apartment owners warned rent limits could suppress supply and investment. The item was taken up for discussion only.
S.4188, presented for discussion, would permit certain senior tenants to apply for rent-increase limits. The bill prompted extended testimony and debate but was not released for a committee vote during the session.
Alteric Witcher of the Fair Share Housing Center testified in favor, framing the proposal as an overdue protection for seniors on fixed incomes. Opponents included…
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