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MN HF4317
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jim Nash
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AI Summary
- Chief law enforcement officers may provide surplus badges at no cost to the peace officer who was originally issued the badge, whether currently employed or retired
- Spouses or children of deceased peace officers are also eligible to receive the officer's surplus badge at no cost
- "Surplus badge" is defined as any badge bearing a seal issued before May 11, 2026, or any badge of a retired officer bearing any seal
- Creates an exception to existing state statutes (sections 15.054 and 471.3459) governing disposal of surplus government property
- Adds new section 626.881 to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 626 (Peace Officers)
Legislative Description
Peace officer access to surplus badges provided.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Safety Finance and Policy3/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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