Hawaii HB1776 mandates landlords to provide tenants with a notice of tenant rights before signing a lease.

Hawaii HB1776 amends the Residential Landlord-tenant Code to require landlords to give tenants a notice of tenant rights, published by the Office of Consumer Protection, before signing a lease. The notice must be in printed and electronic formats, translated into commonly spoken languages, and accessible to individuals with disabilities. The Office of Consumer Protection must update the notice annually. Non-compliant landlords face fines. The bill aims to improve housing stability by ensuring tenants understand their rights and available resources.

Hawaii HB1776 mandates landlords to provide tenants with a notice of tenant rights before signing a lease.

Hawaii HB1776 amends the Residential Landlord-tenant Code to require landlords to give tenants a notice of tenant rights, published by the Office of Consumer Protection, before signing a lease. The notice must be in printed and electronic formats, translated into commonly spoken languages, and accessible to individuals with disabilities. The Office of Consumer Protection must update the notice annually. Non-compliant landlords face fines. The bill aims to improve housing stability by ensuring tenants understand their rights and available resources.