Senate Bill No. 1264 mandates that fair rent commissions (FRCs) notify parties involved in their proceedings about their rights and the scope of the commission's authority. This notification must occur both in writing and as an announcement at the beginning of each hearing. The bill also requires the Commissioner of Housing to create a model written notice and announcement, which will be made available on the Department of Housing's website. The bill aims to enhance transparency and ensure that tenants and landlords are aware of their rights during FRC proceedings.

Additionally, the bill repeals and replaces Section 7-148b of the general statutes, which includes definitions related to rental charges and seasonal housing accommodations. It specifies that FRCs are responsible for investigating complaints about rental charges, excluding those for seasonal rentals, and may compel attendance at hearings and issue subpoenas. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025. The bill may incur minimal costs for municipalities due to additional printing and postage for the required notifications.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-148b
HSG Joint Favorable Substitute: 7-148b
File No. 203: 7-148b