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SB1996Introduced in the Senate

PREVENT RENTAL PRICE FIXING

IntroducedSenate Assignments

Introduced by Graciela Guzman, District 20

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Creates the Preventing Algorithmic Rent Fixing in the Rental Housing Market Act. Provides that a real estate lessor, or any agent or subcontractor of a real estate lessor, shall not subscribe to, contract with, or otherwise exchange anything of value in return for the services of a real estate service provider. Provides that a real estate service provider shall not facilitate an agreement to not compete between real estate lessors with respect to residential dwelling units. Provides that a violation of the provisions of the Act is an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides for a private right of action. Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to make a conforming change.

Where it stands

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 22, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Graciela Guzmán

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Assignments

  4. Assigned to Executive

  5. To AI and Social Media

  6. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025

  7. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  8. Re-assigned to Executive

  9. To AI and Social Media

  10. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026

  11. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

  12. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura

  13. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026

  14. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

  15. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

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