SF2305

SF2305 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Human trafficking offenses criminal penalties increase; employment of unauthorized individuals prohibition; sanctuary cities prohibition

Related bill: HF2351

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to address immigration issues by increasing penalties for human trafficking, restricting employment of unauthorized individuals, prohibiting sanctuary cities, and mandating state reporting of assistance to those without legal status.

Main Provisions

Increased Penalties for Human Trafficking: The bill enhances criminal penalties related to human trafficking offenses.
Prohibition of Employment for Unauthorized Individuals: Employers are prohibited from hiring individuals without legal authorization to work in the United States.
Prohibition of Sanctuary Cities: Establishes a ban on sanctuary cities, which are jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Mandatory Reporting: Requires state departments or agencies to report annually on the total amount of governmental assistance provided to individuals without legal status in Minnesota.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Driver’s License and Identification Violations: Amending existing statutes to increase penalties for the unlawful use of driver's licenses and Minnesota identification cards, including:
- Making it a felony to use a fraudulent driver's license for employment verification, punishable by up to two years in prison, a fine up to $5,000, or both.
- Classifying certain other violations related to identification fraud as gross misdemeanors or misdemeanors.

Relevant Terms

Human trafficking
Unauthorized employment
Sanctuary cities
Governmental assistance
Driver’s license fraud
Identification card fraud

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file
Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 09, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 09, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety

Citations

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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Adds a penalty for using a fraudulent driver's license for verifying employment status."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill amends existing unlawful acts related to driver's licenses under section 171.22.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies existing violations and their penalties."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "171.22"
  }
]