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CT SB00546

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/18/2023

Primary Sponsor

Heather Bond Somers

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Origin

Senate

2023 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a mold protection advisory committee within the Department of Public Health to advise on mold infestation in residential housing and report to the General Assembly's public health committee

  • Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for permissible mold exposure limits, health threat assessment standards, mold identification methods, and uniform remediation standards

  • Imposes penalties on residential landlords when mold is found in their properties under certain circumstances

  • Creates a state income tax credit for owners of single-family and multifamily residential properties who incur costs for mold remediation

  • Authorizes tenants to deposit rent in an escrow account if landlords fail to comply with mold remediation requirements, and prohibits eviction, tenancy termination, or rent increases for tenants who seek mold-related remedies

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing Protections For Residents From Mold Infestation.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health

1/18/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Health1/18/2023

Full Bill Text

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