Housing (Tenant Rights)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2090: Establishes provisions relating to the reporting of positive rental payment information to a consumer reporting agency

HB 2090 requires most Missouri landlords to offer tenants the voluntary option to have their on-time rent payments reported to credit bureaus. Landlords must provide a written election form detailing the option, fees (capped at $10/month or actual cost), and the right to opt out for six months. The law applies to most residential landlords but excludes single-property owners of buildings with 15 or fewer units. Tenants must pay any required fee separately from rent, and failure to pay may temporarily halt reporting for six months. The requirement begins for new leases on or after February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables tenants to build credit via on-time rent reporting, strengthening tenant financial stability and access to housing without mandatory fees.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1954: Adds provisions relating to a landlord failing to remedy a condition that would materially affect the health and safety of a tenant

HB 1954 requires Missouri landlords to fix health- and safety-threatening conditions in rental properties within 30 days of a tenant’s written notice. It directly affects tenants facing hazards like pest infestations (defined broadly to include bedbugs, rodents, and spiders), hazardous mold, sewage backups, or unsafe structural issues, and landlords who fail to act. Landlords must cover tenant health costs resulting from their failure to remediate, and must have repairs verified by a licensed inspector after fixing the problem. The bill adds these specific protections to Missouri’s landlord-tenant law (RSMo § 441.237).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates landlords to fix health-hazardous housing conditions (pests, mold, sewage) within 30 days, directly preventing health issues and requiring coverage of tenant health costs. Subjects explicitly include HEALTH CARE.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlords to fix health/safety hazards within 30 days, cover tenant health costs, and require licensed verification - directly strengthens tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1100: Prohibits certain corporations from acquiring residential real estate in this state

SB 1100 prohibits specific corporations from purchasing residential properties within the state. The bill directly affects those corporations identified in the legislation, though the abstract does not specify which entities are covered. It does not detail enforcement mechanisms, exceptions, or implementation procedures. As the bill is currently in early stages (prefiled, first reading), no further substantive provisions or key mechanisms are described in the available information. This is a procedural bill with no concrete policy details provided beyond the title.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits corporate acquisition of residential properties, potentially preventing displacement and supporting affordable housing access.70% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2344: Modifies laws regarding public nuisances

HB 2344 protects tenants, landlords, and residents who contact law enforcement or emergency services to address abuse, crime, or emergencies. It prohibits local governments from penalizing these individuals through eviction, license revocation, fines, or other penalties for making such requests when done with a reasonable belief that intervention was necessary. The bill allows affected individuals to sue local governments for violations and seek remedies like court orders halting penalties, compensation for damages, and reinstatement of rental licenses. This directly affects people in housing situations who report safety concerns, ensuring they cannot be punished for seeking help.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects individuals contacting law enforcement during emergencies from penalties, aligning with victim rights and reducing barriers to reporting crimes in criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects tenants from eviction/fines for contacting law enforcement during emergencies, directly strengthening tenant rights under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Landlords Tenant Rights Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 873: Authorizes a tax credit for providing housing to victims of domestic violence

SB 873 proposes a tax credit for landlords or housing providers who offer shelter to victims of domestic violence. This bill directly affects housing organizations and property owners by providing a financial incentive to support survivors. The key mechanism is a tax credit that offsets the costs associated with providing safe housing, without requiring victims to pay for it directly. The bill is currently in committee review and has not yet been enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit to housing providers for domestic violence victims, offering fiscal incentive to support essential housing services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credit for housing victims of domestic violence, a core component of criminal justice reform focused on victim safety and support services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax credit to landlords for housing domestic violence victims, directly funding housing support for a vulnerable group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Domestic Violence Affordable Housing Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2399: Creates a bill of rights for the unhoused

HB 2399 would establish specific rights for people experiencing homelessness in the state, directly affecting unhoused individuals. The bill guarantees six key rights: the freedom to move freely in public spaces (including parks and sidewalks), equal treatment by government agencies, access to emergency medical care, reasonable privacy for personal belongings, the right to vote and obtain identity documents, and protection against unauthorized disclosure of personal records. These provisions aim to ensure unhoused residents receive the same fundamental rights as other citizens without discrimination. Currently pending in the House (prefiled January 2026, read twice in January), the bill has not yet been voted on or passed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees access to emergency medical care, directly improving healthcare access for unhoused individuals per bill's rights provisions.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly guarantees rights for unhoused individuals, directly addressing homelessness and protecting vulnerable housing populations per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2077: Precludes an institutional investor or its subsidiaries or affiliates from purchasing residential property

HB 2077 prohibits institutional investors (such as hedge funds, private equity firms, or real estate investment trusts owning over 50 U.S. residential properties or managing over $100 million in real estate assets) from purchasing most single-family homes or small multi-unit properties (up to four units) after August 28, 2026. Current institutional owners must divest these properties within three years, selling them to individual owners or community-based housing organizations. Exemptions apply to nonprofits, public housing authorities, small local landlords (under 50 units statewide), and banks holding foreclosed homes for resale within 12 months. Violations carry up to $50,000 in fines per property and require forced divestment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRestricts institutional investors from purchasing residential properties, aiming to increase affordability and prevent displacement by mandating divestment to individuals/community groups.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation Tenant Rights Zoning

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2499: Establishes provisions relating to purpose-built student housing

HB 2499 establishes specific rights and requirements for students renting purpose-built off-campus housing designed for college attendees in Missouri. It mandates that landlords provide habitable living spaces with functioning utilities (water, electricity, heat), timely repairs, proper notice for entry/sales, and lease modifications for academic changes (like transferring schools, withdrawals, or family emergencies). The bill requires leases to clearly outline academic services (like reliable internet), essential services (laundry, security), fees, and dispute resolution processes. Landlords must also provide a free, standardized flyer explaining these lease terms to renters, created in coordination with the Department of Higher Education. This directly affects student renters and landlords of purpose-built student housing properties.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures habitable housing with lease flexibility for college students, directly supporting higher education access and student retention through stable living conditions.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates habitable conditions, repairs, and lease flexibility for student tenants, directly strengthening tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Landlords Tenant Rights

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