This legislative bill, titled the "Never Again Act," aims to alter the way emergencies are managed in the state of Minnesota. Specifically, it proposes to shift the power of declaring emergencies from the Governor to the state legislature. The Governor will no longer be able to declare emergencies or adopt orders and rules during an emergency that have the force of law; instead, these responsibilities will be taken over by the legislature. Additionally, the bill seeks to protect citizens' rights during emergencies, ensuring that no actions taken infringe upon fundamental rights such as free speech, religious practice, assembly, bearing arms, travel, and operating a business or earning an income.

Crucially, the bill outlines a new process within the legislature for declaring and extending emergency declarations, ensuring such decisions require a substantial majority vote. The act also encompasses various adjustments and repeals to existing statutes, aligning them with the new emergency management framework that limits executive power and enhances legislative oversight.