Agents appearance on behalf of corporations and limited liability companies in eviction actions authorization provision
This bill permits agents to represent landlords that are corporations or limited liability companies in eviction court cases. To exercise this authority, the agent must attach a copy of a power of authority form to the eviction complaint at the time of filing. The provision becomes effective on August 1, 2026, and applies to any eviction actions filed on or after that date. It clarifies that agents may appear in these proceedings despite any other laws or rules that might restrict such representation.
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in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Governor
Introduced Apr 14, 2026
Last action Apr 14, 2026
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Apr 14, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Apr 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mike Holmstrom
RRepublican
Co
Michael Kreun
RRepublican
Co
Torrey Westrom
RRepublican
Co
Warren Limmer
RRepublican
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