SB00253

An Act Repealing Security Deposit Maximums.

Introduced·2/19/26
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Repeals maximum security deposit limits for tenants in Connecticut.

The bill repeals the current statutory maximum of one or two months' rent a landlord can require a tenant to pay as a security deposit. It also mandates that landlords deposit security deposits into escrow accounts, maintain interest on these deposits, and provide tenants with written notices regarding their deposits. The bill outlines procedures for returning security deposits to tenants and imposes fines for non-compliance.

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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

Senate

Public Hearing 02/24

Feb 19

Senate

Referred to Joint Committee on Housing