This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 504B.161, subdivision 1, to extend the duration of a landlord's obligation to provide heat in residential premises. Specifically, the bill changes the requirement for landlords to furnish heat at a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit from the period of October 1 through April 30 to a new period of September 1 through May 31. This adjustment aims to ensure that tenants have adequate heating during a longer portion of the year.
Additionally, the bill maintains other existing landlord responsibilities, such as keeping the premises in reasonable repair, ensuring energy efficiency, and complying with health and safety laws. It also stipulates that the covenants outlined in this section cannot be waived or modified by the parties involved in the lease or license agreement.