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.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 04, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
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"Expands on criteria by which a license can be revoked permanently."
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