The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6889 seeks to enhance tenant protections in eviction laws by expanding the definition of protected tenants to include individuals aged sixty-two and older, those with physical or mental disabilities, and tenants who have lived in a dwelling for at least twelve months. The bill modifies Section 47a-23c of the general statutes, stipulating that landlords can only initiate eviction proceedings for specific reasons, such as nonpayment of rent or material noncompliance with rental agreements. It also introduces new requirements for landlords, including the obligation to provide written notice of tenant rights and protections, which must be summarized in plain language and made available in both English and Spanish.

Additionally, the bill amends section 47-88b, specifically subsection (i), to update the proof required for determining if a lessee's eviction is prohibited. The previous requirement for a statement from a physician has been replaced with broader options, allowing for proof of age, blindness, or physical disability to be provided through evidence of Social Security disability benefits or statements from social services agencies. The bill mandates that by December 1, 2025, the Commissioner of Housing must revise and post a notice detailing tenant rights on the Department of Housing's website, with a translation into the five most commonly spoken languages in the state by December 1, 2028. These changes aim to ensure fair treatment and security for tenants in the eviction process, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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