Florida H0811 amends rental agreement laws to extend the nonpayment period, prohibit fees during this period, and modify tenant defenses.

Florida H0811 amends Florida Statutes to extend the nonpayment period for rent from 3 days to 5 days. It prohibits landlords from imposing fees or surcharges during this period. The bill also modifies tenant defenses in eviction proceedings, requiring tenants to deposit accrued rent into the court registry if they interpose defenses other than payment. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

Florida H0811 amends rental agreement laws to extend the nonpayment period, prohibit fees during this period, and modify tenant defenses.

Florida H0811 amends Florida Statutes to extend the nonpayment period for rent from 3 days to 5 days. It prohibits landlords from imposing fees or surcharges during this period. The bill also modifies tenant defenses in eviction proceedings, requiring tenants to deposit accrued rent into the court registry if they interpose defenses other than payment. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.