华盛顿州议会通过法案, 将年租金增长限制为7%, Washington state House passes bill capping annual rent increases at 7%, amid housing debate.

华盛顿州议会通过了一项法案,将年租金增长限制在7%,要求提前90天提前通知。 The Washington state House has passed a bill limiting annual rent increases to 7% and requiring 90 days' notice before any hike. 众议院第1217号法案排除了非营利和新建筑,它禁止房东对类似单位收取超过5%的差额。 House Bill 1217 excludes non-profits and newer buildings, and it bars landlords from charging more than a 5% difference for similar units. 议会通过了53-42 并进入参议院。 It passed 53-42 and moves to the Senate. 支持者说,这将防止驱逐,而反对者则认为,这可能阻碍新的住房开发。 Supporters say it will prevent evictions, while opponents argue it could deter new housing development.