Florida S0716 amends rental agreement laws to extend the rent payment period to 5 days and prohibits fees during this period.

Florida S0716 amends the state's rental agreement laws by extending the period tenants have to pay rent from 3 days to 5 days. It also prohibits landlords from imposing any fees or surcharges during this 5-day period. The bill further voids any rental agreement provisions that impose fees or surcharges during the rent payment period. Additionally, it mandates that landlords provide tenants with a receipt for any partial rent payments accepted during this period. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Florida S0716 amends rental agreement laws to extend the rent payment period to 5 days and prohibits fees during this period.

Florida S0716 amends the state's rental agreement laws by extending the period tenants have to pay rent from 3 days to 5 days. It also prohibits landlords from imposing any fees or surcharges during this 5-day period. The bill further voids any rental agreement provisions that impose fees or surcharges during the rent payment period. Additionally, it mandates that landlords provide tenants with a receipt for any partial rent payments accepted during this period. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.