This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 504B.116, to modify the requirements for prorated rent in residential leases. It specifies that when a lease begins on a date after the first day of the month, tenants are required to pay prorated rent for the first month based on the actual number of days of occupancy. Additionally, the bill clarifies that any lease clauses attempting to waive these requirements are unenforceable, ensuring that tenants are only charged for the days they occupy the unit.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision stating that any contract clause limiting tenant remedies related to prorated rent, such as arbitration requirements or prohibitions on class actions, is void and unenforceable. The changes take effect the day following final enactment and apply to leases entered into on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 504B.116