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Manufactured Home Tenant Rights: Enhanced Protections and Stability

This new act aims to provide greater protection for residents of manufactured home communities. It introduces minimum lease agreement standards, such as one-year terms and longer notice periods for rent increases, to enhance residents' stability and financial security. Community owners who fail to comply with these rules may lose access to federal financing.
Key points
Introduction of one-year lease terms with renewal options, providing greater housing stability.
Requirement for 60-day written notice for rent increases or new charges, with an additional 30-day notice for larger increases, allowing time for preparation.
Right to sell a manufactured home in place, even after eviction, protecting the tenant's investment.
Manufactured home community owners must adhere to new rules to receive federal financial support, with penalties for violations, including loss of financing access.
Establishment of a commission to develop additional tenant protection standards and pricing incentives for owners offering better conditions.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1194
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Manufactured Housing Tenant’s Bill of Rights Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1194.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduction of one-year lease terms with renewal options, providing greater housing stability.
  • Requirement for 60-day written notice for rent increases or new charges, with an additional 30-day notice for larger increases, allowing time for preparation.
  • Right to sell a manufactured home in place, even after eviction, protecting the tenant's investment.
  • Manufactured home community owners must adhere to new rules to receive federal financial support, with penalties for violations, including loss of financing access.
  • Establishment of a commission to develop additional tenant protection standards and pricing incentives for owners offering better conditions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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