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HB 1553·NH·house

relative to pet-related fees and rent in residential tenancies.

FailedFiled Dec 10, 2025
Sponsor: Patrick Long
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Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/19/2026 HJ 5 P. 24

Feb 19, 2026

Summary

The bill would cap any extra monthly rent charged for pets at one percent of the unit’s rent and forbid landlords from collecting nonrefundable pet fees. It applies to all residential tenancies except for service and support animals, while still allowing landlords to seek payment for actual pet damage. The measure aims to reduce financial barriers for renters with pets and promote housing stability.

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