SF543 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Minnesota Family Resiliency Partnership funding increase and reallocation of fee revenue
Related bill: HF1021
AI Generated Summary
Senate File No. 543 is a legislative bill introduced in Minnesota that aims to modify how certain court and marriage license fees are allocated. Here's what it proposes:
Changes how fees collected in district courts, especially from dissolution actions (like divorces), are handled. Specifically, a portion of these fees will now be redirected to the Minnesota Family Resiliency Partnership, an initiative meant to support families.
Adjusts the flow of money from marriage license fees, with a notable portion also being directed to the Minnesota Family Resiliency Partnership.
Outlines exceptions where no fees are required, such as in cases involving child support enforcement, civil commitments, and some public assistance issues.
Details the financial distribution from these fees, ensuring that some funds support other designated programs, like parenting time centers and the MN ENABL program.
This bill seeks to reallocate existing resources to enhance family support and resiliency programs within the state.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 22, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 22, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
| January 22, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
| February 23, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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