North Dakota State Capitol Building
A new bill proposed by a North Dakota lawmaker aims to strengthen renter’s rights in the state.
West Fargo Representative Jared Hendrix wrote the bill, which would change North Dakota’s Century Code for renters, which would bolster protections when moving in or moving out.
Hendrix says the bill was born after a constituent said a property company tried to charge her $5,000 in fees well after her move out date. The woman said he was not told or given a chance to dispute the bill, and only found out after she was sent to collections, affecting her credit. Hendrix says thousands of other North Dakota renters deal with similar situations.
A hearing on the bill is scheduled for today at the Capitol.
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