Ex. Summary:

Senate Bill 20-224, the Immigrant Tenant Protection Act, prohibits landlords in Colorado from discriminating against, harassing, or intimidating tenants based on their immigration or citizenship status. It bars landlords from requesting immigration-related information, disclosing or threatening to disclose a tenant’s status, and using immigration status as a basis for eviction or refusal to rent. The bill allows tenants to pursue legal action for violations, seeking damages, civil penalties, and attorney fees while prohibiting landlords from raising immigration status as a defense unless legally required. Effective January 1, 2021, this law strengthens tenant protections, promotes housing equity, and prevents exploitation of immigrant renters.