This bill, S.F. No. 2266, aims to amend Minnesota Statutes Section 504B.116 to clarify the requirements for prorating rent in the final month of a residential lease. The key provisions of the bill include:

• If a lease ends before the last day of the month, the tenant is only responsible for paying rent for the actual number of days they are allowed to occupy the unit.
• The rent for the final month must be calculated using the average daily rate for that specific month.
• This rule applies to all leases, including those that require tenants to pay the last month’s rent in advance.
• Any agreement attempting to waive this prorated rent requirement is void and unenforceable.
• The proration must use the actual number of calendar days in the month when the lease expires.

In essence, this bill ensures that tenants do not overpay for the final month of occupancy, reinforcing fair rental practices in Minnesota.