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Committee pauses S.328 to hear preliminary landlord concerns on S.772; disability protections and fair housing flagged
Summary
After S.328 business the committee turned to S.772; members noted missing witnesses, discussed landlords' concerns that certain protections could apply to nonpayment or lease-breach claims, and emphasized the need for clear written notices for tenants consistent with fair housing obligations.
After completing the S.328 discussion, the committee shifted to S.772. The Chair and members noted that several committee members and a landlord witness were absent and that a landlord who had intended to testify could instead submit a written statement.
Members summarized landlords' concerns: they worried that new language in S.772 might apply to situations such as nonpayment of rent and lease breaches in ways that impose unexpected administrative burdens on small landlords. The committee discussed balancing narrower protections (for example, enhanced written notices and disability accommodations) against the need to keep processes accessible for small property owners.
One committee member emphasized the importance of a clear written component so a tenant can take a statement to obtain legal advice or help; members discussed how such a requirement could be implemented without imposing undue burdens on small landlords. The committee planned follow-up testimony or written statements from landlords and indicated they would continue S.772 discussion when witnesses were available.
