MN SF1706

Extends the statute of limitations for minor children under age 18 to file a Human Rights Act claim to 12 months after the child's 18th birthday, instead of the standard one-year limit from the occurrence of the discriminatory practice.

Applies the extended timeline to charges filed with local commissions under Minnesota Statutes section 363A.07, subdivision 3.

Applies the extended timeline to claims brought under Minnesota Statutes section 363A.28, subdivision 3, including civil actions, charges with local commissions, or charges with the commissioner.

Maintains the existing provision that the one-year limitation period is suspended during voluntary dispute resolution processes such as arbitration, conciliation, mediation, or grievance procedures.

Requires respondents participating in dispute resolution processes to notify the department and charging party in writing of participation dates; failure to notify bars the respondent from claiming the statute of limitations defense unless one year plus the suspension period has passed.