An Act To Prohibit Landlords From Setting Rents Through The Use Of Artificial Intelligence

LD 1552 prohibits landlords in Maine from using artificial intelligence or algorithmic devices to set or adjust rent for residential properties, including during lease renewals. This applies to any person responsible for determining rent amounts, directly affecting landlords and property managers across the state. The law defines "algorithmic device" as tools analyzing rent data to advise landlords, and "artificial intelligence" as systems that generate rent recommendations. Violating this ban would be treated as an unfair trade practice under Maine law. The bill aims to prevent automated rent-setting systems from influencing tenant costs.