Eligibility modification of certain applicants for licenses to serve as private detectives or protective agents
SF 3827 modifies Minnesota's licensing requirements for private detectives and protective agents. It clarifies definitions (like "Minnesota manager" and "proprietary employer") and requires corporate applicants to ensure specific officers - such as chief executives or qualified representatives - meet all licensing standards. The bill also updates application procedures, including requiring corporations to submit detailed information about their officers and business operations. This directly affects individuals and businesses applying for or holding these licenses in Minnesota.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 23, 2026
Last action May 5, 2026
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Introduction
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1st Engrossment
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Mar 18, 2026
MINOR
The bill was updated from its original introduction to its first engrossment, reflecting a revision in the legislative process. A key substantive change adds a condition requiring the Minnesota manager to exist before their licensing requirements apply, clarifying that this specific role is only mandatory if the position is held within the corporation or partnership.
Scope change
The scope of the bill's applicability to the Minnesota manager role was narrowed; the requirement for this specific individual to meet licensing standards now only applies if the manager position actually exists.
REQUIREMENT
Added a conditional phrase 'if one exists' to the list of officers who must meet licensing requirements, ensuring the Minnesota manager is only required to comply if the role is present in the organization.
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Total actions
5
Key actions
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Committee
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Mar 18, 2026
Upper · Passed
Comm report: To pass as amended
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Warren Limmer
RRepublican
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