The bill proposes to repeal section 441.060 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri and replace it with three new sections: 441.060, 441.238, and 534.125, which address various aspects of landlord-tenant relationships. Key provisions include the establishment of a one-month notice requirement for terminating tenancies at will or for less than one year, and a presumption that an occupancy limit of two persons per bedroom is reasonable, with exceptions for children born during the lease. Additionally, the bill introduces specific conditions under which landlords can terminate month-to-month tenancies, particularly for mobile home tenants, emphasizing that terminations must be for cause and allowing tenants a chance to cure any lease violations. Furthermore, the new section 441.238 outlines protections against retaliatory actions by landlords towards tenants who exercise their rights, such as filing complaints or organizing tenant unions. It specifies actions that may be considered retaliatory, such as increasing rent or terminating a tenancy, and provides defenses for landlords under certain circumstances. The bill also establishes a rebuttable presumption of retaliation if a tenant engages in protected conduct within six months prior to the landlord's retaliatory action. Overall, the bill aims to enhance tenant protections while clarifying the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (5288H.01): 441.060, 441.238, 534.125