AI Generated Summary
The bill H.F. No. 1986, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives by Representatives Scott and Hudson, seeks to repeal the seat belt use gag rule. Specifically, it repeals Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 169.685, subdivision 4, which currently prohibits the use or non-use of seat belts or child passenger restraint systems as admissible evidence in litigation related to personal injury or property damage from motor vehicle accidents.
Under the existing law, evidence of seat belt usage is generally inadmissible, except in cases involving claims of a defective seat belt or child restraint system. If the bill is enacted, this restriction would be removed, potentially allowing such evidence to be considered in a broader range of personal injury or property damage cases.
The bill has been referred to the Committee on Judiciary Finance and Civil Law 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 | Judiciary Finance and Civil Law |
| March 05, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Judiciary Finance and Civil Law |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
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"removed": [
"Admissibility restrictions preventing the use of seat belt and child passenger restraint system proof in personal injury litigation."
],
"summary": "This bill repeals the seat belt use gag rule under section 169.685, subdivision 4.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "169.685",
"subdivision": "subdivision 4"
}
]