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VA HB1005
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kathy Tran
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AI Summary
- Requires landlords to accept rent and security deposit payments by check and money order, and to provide written receipts for cash or money order payments
- Caps processing fees for credit card, debit card, or electronic payments at the actual out-of-pocket costs charged by third-party processors when landlords charge such fees
- Mandates landlords offer at least one payment method with no additional processing fees before charging fees on other payment methods
- Exempts landlords with four or fewer rental units from requirements to accept debit or credit card payments
- Prohibits landlords from charging tenants maintenance or repair fees unless the damage was caused by the tenant's violation of lease requirements
Legislative Description
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; rental payment methods, prohibited fees.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
General Laws and Technology: Housing2/25/2026
General Laws and Technology2/10/2026
General Laws: Housing/Consumer Protection1/26/2026
General Laws1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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