HF126 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Lawful carry and possession of firearms at the State Fairgrounds authorized.

Related bill: SF1221

AI Generated Summary

This legislative bill proposed in Minnesota allows people to legally carry and possess firearms at the State Fairgrounds. It amends existing laws to ensure that no rules or bylaws can be made to prohibit the lawful carrying of firearms in line with section 624.714 of the Minnesota Statutes. The rules set by the society are effective upon filing with the secretary, and violating these rules is considered a misdemeanor.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 09, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy
February 12, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Prohibition on bylaws or rules that restrict lawful carry or possession of firearms."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "No specific deletions noted."
      ],
      "summary": "This bill amends rules regarding the governance of fairgrounds, specifying conditions under which firearms may be carried.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies the ability of the society to establish bylaws consistent with law."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "37.16"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "None, references existing law for firearm possession."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "None."
      ],
      "summary": "This refers to statutes related to permits to carry pistols and includes cross-reference in the amendment.",
      "modified": [
        "Ensures compliance with existing firearm possession laws in fairgrounds context."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "624.714"
  }
]