HB 3351

Creates the Rental Age Protection Act. Provides that it is unlawful for an automobile rental company to refuse to rent a motor vehicle to any person 18 years of age or older on the basis of age if insurance coverage for a person of that age is available. Provides that an automobile rental company may not charge a person any extra costs for insurance based solely on the age of the person renting the motor vehicle. Provides that it is unlawful for a lodging establishment to refuse to rent a room to any person 18 years of age or older on the basis of age or charge a person a higher rate than the regular rate charged to rent a room on the basis of age. Provides that a violation of any of the provisions of the Act is an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Defines terms. Amends the Renter's Financial Responsibility and Protection Act to remove provisions concerning minimum age requirements. Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to make a conforming change.