Domestic Violence Survivors: No Fees for Early Lease Termination.
This bill introduces vital protections for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking residing in covered housing programs. Victims gain the right to immediately exit their lease before the contract ends. Crucially, they cannot be charged any fees for this early termination, providing financial relief and facilitating escape from dangerous environments.
Key points
Survivors of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault in assisted housing programs can voluntarily exit their lease early.
Landlords are prohibited from charging any fees for this early lease termination when the exit is due to being a victim of violence.
Status:
Introduced
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