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MN HF1421
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dawn Gillman
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AI Summary
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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
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Expands existing protections for firearms-related businesses by explicitly adding gun ranges and firearms training providers to the list of protected entities
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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
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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
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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