Oklahoma HB1083 modifies landlord-tenant laws, preempts local regulations, and outlines remedies for retaliatory actions by landlords.
Oklahoma HB1083 amends landlord-tenant laws by preempting local regulations on residential tenancies and the landlord-tenant relationship. It prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants who exercise rights or report violations. The bill establishes remedies for retaliatory actions, including civil penalties, actual damages, court costs, and attorney fees. It also provides a rebuttable presumption of bad faith if a tenant files a suit based on a complaint that is later found to be invalid. The act becomes effective November 1, 2025.
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