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PA SB1148

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Kane

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act to require landlords to make reasonable disability modifications at their own expense when reasonable, changing current law that only permits landlords to do so

  • Extends disability accommodation protections to existing renters who develop a handicap or disability after their lease begins

  • Allows renters to terminate their lease without fees or penalties if a landlord fails to make a reasonable accommodation within 30 days or grant permission for renter modifications within 10 days

  • Permits penalty-free lease termination if a renter's disability becomes more severe and they need to relocate to a residence better suited to manage their condition

  • Prohibits lease provisions that waive these rights or impose fees, service charges, or additional rent for exercising them; applies to leases executed or renewed after the 60-day effective date

Legislative Description

Further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices.

Last Action

Referred to Urban Affairs & Housing

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Urban Affairs & Housing1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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