CA AB1919

Prohibits persons, businesses, or entities from increasing rental housing prices by more than 10% during a state of emergency or local emergency proclamation, extending the prohibition for any period the proclamation is extended.

Makes it unlawful to evict a residential tenant during an emergency and then rent the same housing to another person at a higher rental price than allowed under the price gouging restrictions.

Requires the Office of Emergency Services to post information about price gouging provisions and guidance for property owners on its website upon the Governor's proclamation of a state of emergency.

Defines "rental price" for housing with detailed provisions accounting for furnished vs. unfurnished units, previously rented properties, and mobilehome spaces, with exceptions for contractually agreed increases and repairs beyond normal maintenance.

Violations are misdemeanors punishable by up to one year in county jail, a fine of up to $10,000, or both; also constitutes unfair competition under California Business and Professions Code.