Bill > HF2296

This bill clarifies and strengthens protections for tenants who are victims of violence by modifying Minnesota's landlord-tenant laws regarding the disclosure of sensitive victim information. Specifically, the bill prohibits landlords from disclosing any information provided by a tenant about their status as a victim of violence, including their new address, location of relocation, or details from qualifying documents. The bill now explicitly states that these confidentiality requirements take precedence over any other documents or forms a tenant might have previously signed, such as information release forms. If a landlord violates these confidentiality provisions, they can be held liable for statutory damages of $2,000, plus reasonable attorney fees and costs. The purpose of this legislation is to protect victims of violence by ensuring their personal information remains confidential and cannot be shared without their explicit consent, except in very limited circumstances like legal proceedings or as required by law. The bill will become effective the day after it is finally enacted.

Housing and Urban Affairs, Justice

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2296&ssn=0&y=2025