A1744

Establishes confidentiality of landlord-tenant court records; addresses adverse actions on rental applications.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1744 establishes confidentiality of landlord-tenant court records and addresses adverse actions on rental applications.

New Jersey A1744 aims to protect tenants from unjust screening practices by ensuring the confidentiality of landlord-tenant court records. The bill mandates that court records remain confidential for 60 days after filing and indefinitely if the tenant prevails or achieves a favorable settlement. Landlords must provide written notice to prospective tenants of any adverse actions on their rental applications, detailing the reasons and any screening information accessed. The bill also prohibits landlords from considering certain past landlord-tenant actions when evaluating prospective tenants.

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Where it stands

Current
Housing Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee