SB3530 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

RENT-SECURITY DEPOSITS
Last Action
2/17/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Executive
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Adriane Johnson
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
765 ILCS 705/35 new  
765 ILCS 705/40 new  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Landlord and Tenant Act. Prohibits the total amount of a security deposit from exceeding the amount of the first full month's rent for the tenant's dwelling that is the primary residence of the tenant. Allows a landlord to only charge a tenant a security deposit upon the signing of an initial lease agreement. Prohibits a landlord from charging a tenant an additional security deposit or increase the total amount of a security deposit upon the renewal of a lease or upon an increase in rent. Prohibits a landlord from increasing rent by more than 3.5% in a 12-month period for a dwelling that is the primary residence of the tenant. Requires that a landlord provide a tenant with a minimum of 30 days' written notice before increasing rent. Provides that if written notice is not provided, the tenant is not liable for the difference between the initial rent and the increased rent. Provides that any person alleging a violation of these new provisions may bring a civil action, in accordance with applicable law, in any court of competent jurisdiction and the court may order injunctive relief, monetary relief, attorney's fees, and costs.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Adriane Johnson
2/05/2026SenateFirst Reading
2/05/2026SenateReferred to Assignments
2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Executive