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MN HF2192

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/25/2014

Primary Sponsor

Susan Allen

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Adds new provisions allowing tenants certified by a physician as unable to live without assistance with daily living activities to terminate leases early if moving to specified care facilities (nursing homes, hospice, assisted living, etc.)

  • Requires tenant or authorized representative to provide two months' written notice effective on the last day of a calendar month, including a copy of physician's certification

  • Defines "physician" as a person licensed, registered, or regulated by the Board of Medical Practice under Minnesota Statutes chapter 147

  • Tenants remain liable for rent and other sums owed before or during the notice period, plus costs to restore premises to original condition (ordinary wear and tear excepted)

  • Prohibits landlords and tenants from waiving termination rights or requiring longer notice periods than specified; provisions apply to leases entered into or renewed on or after January 1, 2015

Legislative Description

Termination of lease upon infirmity or death provided.

Last Action

Second reading

3/20/2014

Committee Referrals

Civil Law3/4/2014
Housing Finance and Policy2/25/2014

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