SF2707 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Housing Finance Agency promotion of information on the rights and obligations of landlords and residential tenants requirement provision

Related bill: HF1902

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to ensure that both landlords and residential tenants in Minnesota are well-informed about their rights and obligations. This is intended to improve awareness and understanding of housing-related responsibilities and protections.

Main Provisions

  • The bill mandates the Housing Finance Agency to disseminate comprehensive information regarding the rights and obligations of landlords and residential tenants.
  • Specifically, it requires the commissioner to oversee the publication and promotion of this information.
  • The information must be readily accessible and prominently displayed on the agency's official website.
  • It involves the enhancement of resources including the promotion of a specific statement as required under section 504B.275 of Minnesota Statutes.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • This bill introduces a new requirement for the Housing Finance Agency to actively promote educational materials related to landlord and tenant responsibilities, which adds to their existing duties under section 462A.07 of Minnesota Statutes.

Relevant Terms

  • Housing Finance Agency
  • Landlords and Residential Tenants
  • Rights and Obligations
  • Section 504B.275
  • Commissioner
  • Minnesota Statutes

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 20, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 20, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHousing and Homelessness Prevention
SenateNoteActionSee

Citations

 
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Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee