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MN HF1421

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dawn Gillman

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Prohibits government officials from closing or limiting operating hours of gun ranges during a governor-declared state of emergency related to public disorder or disaster, unless the same restrictions apply equally to all businesses

  • Expands existing protections for firearms-related businesses by explicitly adding gun ranges and firearms training providers to the list of protected entities

  • Maintains existing law allowing peace officers to temporarily disarm detained individuals during emergencies only when immediately necessary for safety, with required return of firearms upon release

  • Provides legal remedies for individuals whose rights are violated, including the ability to seek damages, injunctive relief, and immediate return of seized items through district court

  • Effective the day following final enactment

Legislative Description

Closure of shooting ranges during a state of emergency prohibited.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to State Government Finance and Policy

2/24/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government Finance & Policy2/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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