Peacetime emergency extension beyond 14 days approval by supermajority of each house of the legislator requirement provision

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 12.31, subdivision 2, to require a **supermajority (three-fifths) vote in both the Senate and House** to extend a peacetime emergency beyond 14 days. Currently, a simple majority suffices for such extensions. It directly affects **governors** who declare emergencies and the **legislature** responsible for approving extensions. The key change strengthens legislative oversight by raising the voting threshold for extensions beyond the initial 14-day period. This policy shift applies to all emergencies declared under the statute, including those triggered by natural disasters, cyberattacks, or civil disturbances.