HI HB223

Allows landlords or their agents to charge applicants an application screening fee when processing rental applications for residential property to cover costs of background checks, tenant reports, and credit reports.

Limits application screening fees to a maximum of $25 per application, with only one fee charged per household application regardless of the number of household members.

Requires landlords or agents to provide applicants with a receipt for the fee payment and a copy of any reports obtained upon request.

Mandates that any portion of the application screening fee not used for authorized purposes be returned to the applicant.

Effective July 1, 2050, with automatic repeal on June 30, 2020.