Purpose of the Bill

This bill proposes an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution to update and make technical changes to certain terms for consistency with current language used in Minnesota Statutes.

Main Provisions

• Update various sections of the Minnesota Constitution to use gender-neutral language and modern terminology.
• Replace outdated pronouns such as "his" with "the person" or "they" in several sections to ensure inclusivity and clarity.

Significant Changes

• Article I, sections concerning rights, due process, and freedoms are revised, replacing gender-specific pronouns with neutral ones.
• Throughout Articles IV, V, VI, and others, the amendment specifies gender-neutral terms for various official roles and responsibilities.
• Ensures all references that previously included "he" or "his" are modified to reflect contemporary societal norms and linguistic practices.

Relevant Terms

• Constitutional Amendment
• Gender-neutral language
• Inclusive terminology
• Minnesota Constitution
• Legal consistency