The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 504B.212, by adding a new subdivision that allows landlords to request criminal history background checks for nonresident tenant organizers. This provision requires tenant organizers to complete a consent form and pay the landlord for the actual cost of the background check. The bill specifies that landlords can deny entry or rights to tenant organizers based on certain criteria, including a conviction for a crime of violence or refusal to consent to the background check.

This legislative change aims to enhance the safety and security of rental properties by ensuring that landlords have the ability to vet tenant organizers who are not residents. By establishing clear guidelines for conducting background checks, the bill seeks to balance the rights of tenant organizers with the interests of landlords in maintaining a safe living environment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 504B.212