S 999
An Act relative to cimex lectularius
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Bill overview
This bill requires landlords and tenants to notify each other immediately when bed bugs are discovered in a rental property. The goal is to improve transparency and allow for quicker and more coordinated responses to bed bug infestations. It aims to ensure both parties are aware of the issue and can work together to address it effectively. This legislation seeks to establish clear communication protocols regarding bed bug issues in rental housing.
Key provisions
- Landlords must notify tenants within 24 hours of discovering bed bugs.
- Tenants must notify landlords within 24 hours of discovering bed bugs.
- Notifications must be in writing.
- Both landlords and tenants are responsible for cooperating in addressing the infestation.
- The bill outlines procedures for pest control services.
- It specifies the responsibilities of each party regarding remediation efforts.
- The bill requires documentation of notifications and actions taken.
Who is affected
- Tenants
- Landlords
- Property Management Companies
- Housing Providers
- Pest Control Professionals
Notable changes
- Establishes mandatory notification requirements for bed bug infestations.
- Requires written notification from both landlords and tenants.
- Promotes proactive communication and collaboration between landlords and tenants.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
Cosponsor
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.999 194th (Current)
An Act relative to cimex lectularius
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 999) of John F. Keenan for legislation relative to impose notification requirements on both tenants and landlords when bed bugs are found at a property. Housing.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.999
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2830 |
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