MN HF2526

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 471.895, subdivision 3 to add two new exceptions to the prohibition on gifts to local officials

Allows first responders to receive free mental health and wellness services (counseling, therapy, peer support, recreational activities, wellness days, meals) from nonprofit organizations focused on public safety personnel health, provided services are voluntary and not contingent on official actions

Permits nonprofit organizations to provide meals and events to first responders following a line-of-duty death or significant traumatic event, provided the event is open to all affected personnel and not intended to influence political or official actions

Referred to the Committee on Elections Finance and Government Operations on March 20, 2025