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S02366Introduced in the Senate

Excludes squatters from tenant protections; extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 60 days of possession; adds squatting to the definition of criminal trespass in the third degree; clarifies lease provisions.

IntroducedSenate Housing, Construction, and Community Development

Introduced by Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, District 23

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Excludes squatters from tenant protections; extends the time period for tenancy rights from 30 days to 60 days of possession; adds squatting to the definition of criminal trespass in the third degree; clarifies lease provisions.

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REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

January 7, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

  2. REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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