HB05257

An Act Prohibiting A Landlord From Requiring A Security Deposit In Excess Of One Month's Rent From Any Tenant.

Introduced·2/19/26
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Connecticut HB05257 prohibits landlords from requiring a security deposit exceeding one month's rent.

Connecticut HB05257 aims to prohibit landlords from requiring a security deposit in excess of one month's rent from any tenant. The bill establishes a security deposit guarantee program for eligible individuals and families, including those with a documented financial need. Landlords must return any portion of the security deposit exceeding one month's rent to the tenant upon request. The act takes effect on October 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

Housing Public Hearing

History

Feb 20

House

Public Hearing 02/24

Feb 19

House

Referred to Joint Committee on Housing