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MN HF3468

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Huot

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Creates a new civil cause of action allowing injured persons to sue those who violate Minnesota's duty to render aid statute (section 609.662)

  • Permits recovery of damages, court costs, disbursements, and reasonable attorney fees for victims

  • Amends existing criminal statute by adding a civil remedy as Subdivision 6

  • Effective date of August 1, 2026, applying only to causes of action arising on or after that date

Legislative Description

Civil action against a person for failure to render aid in certain circumstances permitted.

Last Action

Author added Wolgamott

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law2/19/2026

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