HB 4211

Abstract

Provides that the amendatory Act may be referred to as the Payment Non-discrimination Act. Amends the Landlord and Tenant Act. Provides that a lessor of residential real estate may not require a lessee to use an electronic system as the only method for the payment of rent. Provides that a lessor may offer a discount in exchange for the lessee to use an electronic system to pay rent, but may not assess any fee or other charge if a lessee chooses not to use an electronic system. Provides that an agreement by a lessee in a residential dwelling that waives or modifies his or her rights under the new provisions is void and unenforceable as contrary to public policy.