HB558

In creation of leases, statute of frauds and mortgaging of leaseholds, providing for rental applications.

Chamber Passed·5/4/26

Pennsylvania HB558 limits rental application fees to $20 and restricts their use to background checks.

HB558 amends the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 to cap rental application fees at $20 for residential units. It mandates that these fees can only be used for background checks, including criminal history and credit score checks. This law aims to protect tenants from excessive fees and ensure transparency in the rental application process.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 36–0 · May 4
Current
Urban Affairs & Housing Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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15
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

148 Yea

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53 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 13

11:00 AM

Housing & Community Development (h) Hearing

History

May 7

Senate

Referred to Urban Affairs & Housing

May 4

House

Re-reported as committed

May 4

House

Third consideration and final passage (148-53)