Committee advances House Bill 1003 to modify mail service in unlawful detainer notices, 14-2

The Housing Committee on Jan. 16 voted 14‑2 to report House Bill 1003 out of committee with a due‑pass recommendation. Vice Chair Hill moved the motion to advance the bill.

Committee staff Audrey Vaisik told members that “House Bill 1003 was the bill that modified requirements for service by mail of notices required under the unlawful detainer chapter, and there are no amendments.” The bill updates the statute governing how notices in eviction actions may be served by mail.

Representative Barkis supported advancing the bill but warned that any change that adds time to an already lengthy process could be concerning, saying the committee might see a “couple of noes on that.” Vice Chair Richards, citing experience in housing practice, said the added five days “are are good for especially vulnerable tenants who need additional time to find counsel, and get the help that they need. And I look forward to supporting this.”

After roll-call, the clerk announced the tally: 14 ayes and 2 nays (with one member excused). By that vote, House Bill 1003 was reported out of committee with a due‑pass recommendation and will move to the next step in the legislative process.