MN HF4011

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article V, Section 3 of the Minnesota Constitution allowing the governor to declare emergencies lasting up to seven days, with extensions requiring legislative approval

Requires the amendment question be placed on the 2026 general election ballot, with an effective date of January 1, 2027 if ratified by voters

Changes the initial emergency declaration period from five days to seven days, and shifts extension authority from the Executive Council to a majority vote of each house of the legislature

Extensions may last up to 30 days, and a "no" vote from either legislative chamber terminates the emergency when the current period lapses

Requires the governor to immediately convene the legislature if it is not in session during an emergency declaration or when seeking an extension beyond 30 days