SF1221 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
State Fairgrounds lawful carry and possession of firearms authorization provision
Related bill: HF126
AI Generated Summary
Senate File No. 1221 is a legislative bill proposing that individuals should be allowed to legally carry and possess firearms at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. This bill seeks to amend current laws to ensure that no bylaws, ordinances, or rules created by the society managing the fairgrounds can prohibit the lawful carrying or possession of firearms as is consistent with other related Minnesota statutes. The bill stresses that any regulations made by the fairgrounds must comply with this stipulation, while the violation of such bylaws, rules, or ordinances is classified as a misdemeanor.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Allows the carrying and possession of firearms at the State Fairground in accordance with existing firearm laws."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill ensures that any rules made for the State Fairgrounds do not prohibit the lawful carry or possession of firearms as specified in section 624.714.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies that no fairground rules can conflict with the rights granted under section 624.714."
]
},
"citation": "624.714"
}
]