Mandates renter's insurance for individuals leasing dwelling units.
This bill requires renters in New Jersey to obtain renter's insurance before signing or renewing a lease for a dwelling unit. It defines "renter's insurance" as coverage protecting against loss of personal property, liability claims, or temporary displacement costs. The law applies to all new or renewed lease agreements entered into 90 days after the bill takes effect. It directly affects all individuals leasing residential housing units, including apartments and single-family homes, by mandating insurance as a condition of tenancy.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
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Will Sampson
DDemocratic
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