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MN HF2580

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/29/2021

Primary Sponsor

Mike Freiberg

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

AI Summary

  • Statutory or home rule charter cities and counties may establish residency requirements for peace officers hired on or after July 1, 2021, as a condition of employment.

  • Residency requirements may include living within the city or county jurisdiction or within a specified distance from the city or county.

  • Peace officers retain the right to meet and negotiate in good faith with their employer regarding grievance procedures, residency incentives, and terms and conditions of employment through their certified exclusive representative.

  • "Peace officer" is defined according to Minnesota Statutes section 626.84, subdivision 1, paragraph (c).

  • The provision becomes effective July 1, 2021.

Legislative Description

Peace officer residency requirement authorized by cities and counties.

Last Action

Referred by Chair to Local Government Division

1/31/2022

Committee Referrals

Local Government1/31/2022
State Government Finance and Elections4/29/2021

Full Bill Text

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