SF1057
Legislature's authority to place proposes statutory changes on the ballot for a public vote
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF742
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill (S.F. No. 1057) seeks to clarify the process by which the Minnesota legislature can propose changes to state laws directly to the public through a ballot. Essentially, the bill allows the legislature, with a majority vote in both houses, to put forward proposed changes to laws—whether they are amendments, new laws, or repeals—onto the next general election ballot. If a majority of the voters approve the proposed measure during the election, it will then be officially enacted into law. The law will also be published and codified like other state laws by the revisor of statutes.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 06, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| February 06, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | State and Local Government |
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