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MN HF4359

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2020

Primary Sponsor

Jack Considine

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st Legislature 2019-2020

AI Summary

  • Establishes discipline procedures for local correctional officers by creating Minnesota Statutes section 641.061, applying to local correctional authorities.

  • Requires written complaints signed by supervisor to be provided to officers at least three days before formal statements, with exclusive representative notification (but not complaint details without officer consent).

  • Grants officers rights during formal statements including presence of union representative and/or attorney, complete electronic recording of sessions, and copies of investigative reports and witness statements.

  • Prohibits requiring officers to disclose personal financial records without valid search warrant or subpoena, and restricts public release of officer photographs without written permission.

  • Protects officers from retaliation for exercising rights under the act and preserves all existing rights under collective bargaining agreements and other applicable laws.

Legislative Description

Local correctional officer discipline procedures act established.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Division

3/11/2020

Committee Referrals

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law3/11/2020

Full Bill Text

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