HF1874 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle after commission of certain offenses involving a commercial motor vehicle required.
Related bill: SF481
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, Section 171.165, adding a new subdivision (Subd. 2a) that mandates a lifetime disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) for individuals convicted of certain felony offenses involving the use of a CMV.
The offenses leading to lifetime disqualification include:
1. Felony drug offenses – involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, or possession (with intent to manufacture/distribute/dispense) of a controlled substance under Chapter 152.
2. Felony human trafficking and coerced labor offenses – including violations under Sections 609.281 Subd. 4, 609.282, or 609.322 Subd. 1 or 1a.
The bill was introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives (94th Session), authored by Representatives Engen, Stier, Duran, and Allen, and referred to the Committee on Transportation Finance and Policy for further consideration.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 05, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
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