Senate Bill 1029 proposes the repeal of section 66.0104 of the statutes, which currently restricts local governments from enacting certain regulations concerning residential landlords. Under existing law, political subdivisions are prohibited from implementing ordinances that limit landlords' ability to gather tenant information, restrict the consideration of a tenant's background, or impose additional requirements related to security deposits, inspections, and property management. The bill aims to eliminate these prohibitions, thereby allowing local governments greater flexibility in regulating landlord-tenant relationships.

By repealing these restrictions, the bill would enable local jurisdictions to establish their own rules regarding landlord practices, potentially leading to a more varied regulatory landscape across the state. This change could impact how landlords operate and interact with tenants, as local governments may choose to impose new requirements or protections that were previously not allowed under state law.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 66.0104