HF2796

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to propose an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution to explicitly protect the right of the people to keep and bear arms. This is framed as a constitutional right mirroring language similar to the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes adding a new section, Section 18, to Article I of the Minnesota Constitution.
• This new section states that "A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed."
• The proposal will be presented to Minnesota voters in the 2026 general election.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• If approved by voters, this amendment would elevate the right to keep and bear arms to a constitutional status within the state of Minnesota, similar to the Second Amendment right at the federal level.

Relevant Terms

right to keep and bear arms, Minnesota Constitution, Second Amendment, constitutional protection, militia, general election