This bill aims to protect the privacy of minor children in eviction proceedings by prohibiting landlords from listing the names of minor children as defendants in eviction complaints against their parents or guardians. The proposed new law, to be codified in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 504B, specifies that a residential landlord cannot name a minor child in such actions unless the minor is the sole tenant renting the unit.

Additionally, the bill establishes that the provisions outlined cannot be waived or modified by any lease agreement, ensuring that tenants cannot be compelled to forfeit these protections. In the event of a violation, tenants are entitled to recover damages from the landlord, with a minimum compensation of $300. The law is set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and will apply to eviction actions filed on or after that date.