AN ACT CONCERNING THE COLLATERAL CONSEQUENCES OF CRIMINAL RECORDS ON HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES.

HB 6948 prohibits landlords and housing providers from asking applicants about their criminal history before making a conditional rental offer. It requires housing providers to disclose in writing whether they consider criminal history and allow applicants to submit evidence correcting inaccuracies or showing rehabilitation. This law directly affects applicants with criminal records seeking housing, as it limits how housing providers can use criminal history in screening. The bill replaces existing law (effective October 1, 2025) to reduce barriers to housing opportunities for people with past convictions.