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SF 4182

Local moratoriums permission on evictions based on nonpayment of rent

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Boldon and 4 co-sponsors

Enables Minnesota cities and counties to enact temporary eviction moratoriums for nonpayment of rent, restricting landlords' ability to remove tenants during specified periods.

Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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Bill Summary · SF 4182

Legislative bill overview

SF 4182 would authorize Minnesota local governments to implement temporary moratoriums on evictions specifically for nonpayment of rent. The bill grants cities and counties the power to adopt ordinances that prevent landlords from evicting tenants solely due to unpaid rent during specified periods, though it does not appear to address other grounds for eviction.

Why is this important

Eviction moratoriums directly affect housing stability for struggling renters and have cascading economic effects on landlords, property management, and local housing markets. This type of local authority became a focal policy issue during the COVID-19 pandemic when emergency moratoriums were implemented nationwide, and it remains contested between tenant advocates and property owner associations.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord financial burden: Property owners argue moratoriums prevent them from collecting owed rent and accessing their own capital, potentially forcing foreclosures or reducing maintenance investments
  • Scope and duration: Questions about whether moratoriums are indefinite or time-limited, and whether they include provisions for eventual rent collection or debt forgiveness
  • Preemption concerns: Debate over whether local moratoriums conflict with existing state landlord-tenant law or federal eviction standards, and whether the state should allow fragmented local policies
  • Rental market effects: Concerns that broad protections may reduce rental housing supply if landlords exit the market or become more selective with tenants

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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