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HF 2966

Statewide landlord database created, civil penalty for failure to register with statewide landlord database created, civil remedies provided, and attorney general enforcement provided.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Esther Agbaje and 2 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill mandates landlord registration in statewide database with civil penalties for non-compliance and Attorney General enforcement authority.

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Bill Summary · HF 2966

Legislative bill overview

HF 2966 establishes a mandatory statewide landlord registry in Minnesota, requiring all landlords to register with the database. The bill creates civil penalties for non-compliance and grants enforcement authority to the Minnesota Attorney General, along with civil remedies for violations.

Why is this important

A statewide landlord database could improve tenant protections by creating transparency around property ownership, enabling authorities to track problematic landlords, and facilitating enforcement of housing codes and rental regulations. This addresses situations where tenants struggle to identify responsible parties for maintenance issues or disputes, and where bad actors operate across multiple properties or jurisdictions anonymously.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and data concerns: Creating a centralized database raises questions about data security, public access to landlord information, and potential misuse of personal information
  • Compliance costs and burden: Small landlords and property owners may face registration fees, administrative burdens, and increased regulatory compliance costs
  • Enforcement feasibility: Questions about adequate funding and resources for the Attorney General to enforce penalties, and whether penalties will actually change behavior or become another compliance checkbox

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

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