Local enforcement of federal vaccine passports prohibition
SF 698 prohibits Minnesota local governments (cities, counties, and their agencies) from enforcing any federal vaccine passport, pass, or credential requirement. It prevents local officials from denying services or access based on vaccine status tied to federal mandates. The bill creates a legal right for individuals to sue if denied services for this reason, with courts allowed to award attorney fees to the winning party. This directly affects local government enforcement practices and individuals seeking services in Minnesota.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2025
Last action Jan 27, 2025
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2
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Committee
1
Jan 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Jan 27, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Eric Lucero
RRepublican
Co
Cal Bahr
RRepublican
Co
Nathan Wesenberg
RRepublican
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