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MN HF4227
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Samantha Vang
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AI Summary
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Waives all fees (including surcharges and filing fees) for duplicate driver's licenses or Minnesota ID cards for individuals who declare they were arrested or detained by a peace officer or federal agent and lost their ID as a result
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Fee waiver applies only to the first duplicate credential per person, available from October 1, 2026 through February 1, 2029
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Requires the Commissioner of Public Safety to issue refunds by December 31, 2026 to anyone who paid for a duplicate license or ID between December 1, 2025 and October 1, 2026
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Appropriates funds from the driver and vehicle services operating account in the special revenue fund for fiscal year 2027 to cover refund payments (amount unspecified—"amount necessary")
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Effective the day following final enactment
Legislative Description
Temporary exception for certain duplicate driver's license and Minnesota identification card changes following arrest or detention established, and money appropriated.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation Finance and Policy
3/12/2026