HF1930 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Reprisals for refusing to communicate with public or local officials prohibited.
Related bill: SF1854
AI Generated Summary
This bill, H.F. No. 1930, proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 10A.36, regarding political activity and reprisals. The key provisions of the bill are:
Prohibition of reprisals – It makes it illegal for an individual or association to engage in economic reprisals, employment threats, or physical coercion against someone due to:
- Their political contributions or political activities.
- Their refusal to communicate with public or local officials about legislative, administrative, or political subdivision actions.
Employment exception – The bill includes an exception for situations where political affiliation or viewpoint is a bona fide occupational qualification for a job.
Penalty – Violating this provision would be classified as a gross misdemeanor.
The bill was introduced by Representatives Lee K. and Gomez and was referred to the Committee on Elections Finance and Government Operations for further review.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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March 04, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
March 04, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
Citations
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