Definition of chemically dependent person modification for the purposes of civil commitments
This bill amends Minnesota's legal definition of "chemically dependent person" used in civil commitment cases. It removes a specific provision that previously included pregnant women who used certain substances (like opioids, cocaine, or alcohol) for nonmedical reasons during pregnancy. The change narrows the definition to focus solely on current impairment and safety risks, such as recent threats of self-harm or failure to obtain basic needs. This affects individuals subject to civil commitment proceedings for substance use issues. The amendment takes effect the day after the bill is enacted.
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026
Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Feb 17, 2026
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Referred to Human Services
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Feb 17, 2026
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Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
State
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Erin Maye Quade
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
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