Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateVermontIntroduced
H 772: An act relating to residential rental agreements, eviction procedures, and the creation of the positive rental payment credit reporting pilot program
Marc Mihaly
H 772 status: Introduced — 3rd reading refused on roll call, requested by Senator Ram Hinsdale, Failed -- Needed 16 of 30 to Pass -- Yeas = 15, Nays = 16 (updated May 27, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
53OUT OF 100
Score:53/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 55/100
Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan40%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill proposes reformulating residential lease and eviction procedures and establishing a voluntary pilot program for credit reporting of rental payments.
Who is affected
Residential landlords, tenants, and potential credit reporting intermediaries.
Requirements and enforcement
The bill would require landlords or property managers to participate in data reporting for the pilot; specifics on lease requirements are contingent on further legislative text.
Costs and funding
Operational costs for the pilot program and potential administrative compliance costs for landlords.
When it takes effect
Legislative status is failed/stalled as of May 2026.
Potential benefits
Potential for improved tenant credit scores and standardized rental legal processes.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential for reduced market elasticity in housing and increased legal costs for landlords during disputes.
What is still unknown
The specific eligibility criteria for the pilot program and the nature of the enforcement mechanisms for new lease regulations are not detailed in the summary.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Potential for tenants to build credit history through verified on-time payments
- Encourages financial inclusion for populations without traditional loan history
- Streamlines rental data reporting through standardized pilot frameworks
Risks
- Compliance costs for landlords to report rental data to credit bureaus
- Potential administrative burdens in managing a new pilot program reporting structure
- Risk of data privacy disputes concerning tenant payment history
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Increased protections for tenants during eviction proceedings
- Enhanced housing security through reformed lease and termination policies
- Provides a pathway for renters to improve financial status via credit reporting
Risks
- Potential for landlords to increase rents to offset new regulatory requirements
- Possible reduction in the availability of rental units if landlords perceive higher risk
- Complicated legal definitions regarding eviction may cause confusion for some renters
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Public Health & Safety
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Increased housing stability reduces stressors associated with displacement
- Reduces health risks associated with sudden homelessness or eviction
- Promotes stable living environments, which are positive determinants of health
Risks
- Potential for increased household stress if rental market competition tightens
- Limited evidence on whether credit reporting alleviates acute health crises
- Risk of creating procedural obstacles that prolong housing disputes
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Low
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