Substitute Senate Bill No. 1266, also known as Public Act No. 25-121, mandates that towns, cities, or boroughs with a population of 25,000 or more establish a fair rent commission to address rental charge complaints and conduct hearings related to housing accommodations, excluding those rented on a seasonal basis. The bill requires that all hearings held by these commissions be open to the public, ensuring transparency in their operations. Additionally, it stipulates that any town, city, or borough creating a fair rent commission must adopt an ordinance by July 1, 2023, and notify the Commissioner of Housing within thirty days of its establishment.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a requirement for towns, cities, or boroughs that create a fair rent commission to make the commission's bylaws publicly accessible on their official websites. This new legal language emphasizes the importance of public awareness and accessibility regarding the operations and regulations of fair rent commissions. The bill repeals the previous Section 7-148b and replaces it with updated provisions that include these new requirements, effective July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-148b
HSG Joint Favorable Substitute: 7-148b
File No. 72: 7-148b
Public Act No. 25-121: 7-148b