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OR SB158

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mark Meek

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Landlords may offer tenants the option to pay a recurring charge instead of a traditional security deposit, with tenant agreement required through a separately signed disclosure
  • Landlords can use the recurring charge to purchase insurance coverage from a licensed insurer for unpaid rent or property damage
  • Required disclosures include the charge amount, payment schedule, that the charge is optional, the alternative security deposit amount, refund terms, and that tenant obligations remain unchanged
  • The recurring charge cannot be combined with a security deposit, and any existing security deposit must be returned before collecting the new charge
  • Nonpayment of the recurring charge is grounds for lease termination for cause but not for nonpayment of rent, and the charge is not subject to security deposit regulations under ORS 90.300

Legislative Description

Relating to charges in lieu of security deposit.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing and Development1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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