This legislative bill, known as S.F. No. 863 from Minnesota, proposes to protect employees from being punished by their employers for engaging in political activities or making political contributions. It specifically prohibits employers, individuals, or associations from economically penalizing or threatening to terminate someone's employment due to their political involvement, including if they decide to run for elected office. The bill clarifies, however, that this protection does not extend to situations where a political affiliation or viewpoint is a crucial requirement for a job. Violations of this protection will result in being charged with a gross misdemeanor.