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The List Landlords Bill
Minnesota wants a list of all landlords
Statewide landlord database created, civil penalty for failure to register with statewide landlord database created, civil remedies provided, and attorney general enforcement provided.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would make a public list of all landlords in Minnesota, so renters can easily find out who owns their home and if they follow the rules.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would help renters know who their landlord is and if they are following the rules. If a landlord does not register, they could face fines or be sued. This means renters would have an easier time holding bad landlords accountable. Some might say this is too much work for landlords or an invasion of their privacy. But supporters believe it creates a fairer system for everyone. People should pay attention now because it is just starting to move through the state government.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- A new list of all landlords in Minnesota would be made.
- Landlords who do not sign up for the list could get a fine.
- People could sue landlords who do not follow the rules.
- The state's top lawyer would help make sure landlords follow these rules.
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