In California, renters are rallying for a statewide rent control bill, AB 1157, which proposes to limit annual rent increases to 5%, down from 10%. This advocacy comes amid concerns about housing affordability and displacement, especially as cities like Concord consider similar measures. The bill, introduced by Assemblymember Ash Kalra, reflects a growing urgency to address California’s housing crisis, where nearly half of the population are renters. It has garnered significant support from various groups advocating for affordable housing rights as they seek legislative action.
The bill itself, sponsored by East San Jose state Assemblymember Ash Kalra, aims to lower the maximum annual rent increase from 10% to 5%, crucial for addressing California's housing crisis.
With renters making up roughly half of the state’s population, California must take every step to help keep families from being displaced, Kalra said.
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