HF763 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Military service member, veteran, or public official impersonation prohibited for political gain.

Related bill: SF1496

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes to make it illegal to falsely pretend to be a military service member, veteran, or public official if the intention is to wrongfully gain money, property, other benefits, or for political advantage. This act would be classified as a misdemeanor under Minnesota law.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy
February 23, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "The aspect of political gain as a form of impersonation is introduced."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Amending the statute regarding impersonating a military service member, veteran, or public official.",
      "modified": [
        "Penalties and specific definitions regarding the act of impersonation for obtaining benefits."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.475"
  }
]