HF1874 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle after commission of certain offenses involving a commercial motor vehicle required.
Related bill: SF481
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 171.165, by adding a new subdivision. It mandates lifetime disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle for individuals convicted of certain felony offenses involving commercial motor vehicles.
Specifically, lifetime disqualification applies to individuals using a commercial motor vehicle in the commission of:
1. A felony involving the manufacture, distribution, or dispensing of a controlled substance, or possession with intent to do so under chapter 152.
2. A felony involving forced or coerced labor, services, or human trafficking-related offenses under sections 609.281, subdivision 4; 609.282; or 609.322, subdivisions 1 or 1a.
The bill is aimed at strengthening penalties for serious crimes committed using commercial motor vehicles and was referred to the Committee on Transportation Finance and Policy for further consideration.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 05, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
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"Inclusion of human trafficking-related offenses as grounds for disqualification from operating commercial vehicles."
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"summary": "The bill references offenses related to coerced labor under section 609.281.",
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"summary": "Clarifies the application of disqualification for offenses under section 609.282.",
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"Expands on criteria by which a license can be revoked permanently."
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