Short-term rentals: emergencies and special events.

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The bill requires the Office of Emergency Services and the Office of Tourism to set up public registration systems that let owners list eligible homes as short‑term rentals when a state emergency is declared or during designated special events. Local cities and counties cannot block these rentals, though they can still enforce ordinary rules such as taxes or noise limits. It aims to increase temporary housing for evacuees, responders, and event attendees.

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Hearings

• Arts, Entertainment, Sports, And Tourism
  Arts, Entertainment, Sports, And Tourism · Apr 7, 2026

History

1. Apr 6, 2026In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
2. Mar 23, 2026Re-referred to Com. on A.,E.,S., & T.
3. Mar 19, 2026Referred to Coms. on A.,E.,S., & T. and E.M.
4. Mar 19, 2026From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on A.,E.,S., & T. Read second time and amended.
5. Feb 14, 2026From printer. May be heard in committee March 16.
6. Feb 13, 2026Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• Lowenthal · sponsor

Bill text

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