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MN SF4467

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Liz Boldon

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Origin

Senate

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Restaurants and breweries may establish dog parks on their premises, notwithstanding any conflicting laws
  • Dogs may be allowed off-leash within designated dog park areas at these establishments, creating an exception to the general leash requirement
  • Minimum requirements for dog-friendly establishments remain in effect: employees cannot touch or handle dogs, dogs cannot contact food service items, dogs cannot be on furniture, and waste must be cleaned immediately with the area sanitized
  • Requirements must be posted on conspicuous signage for employees and patrons
  • Amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 157.175, and was referred to the Health and Human Services committee on March 16, 2026

Legislative Description

Dog parks establishment in restaurants and breweries authorization provision

Last Action

Referred to Health and Human Services

3/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services3/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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