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SF3446 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Claims bill

Related bill: HF3247

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial appropriations for the settlement of claims against the Minnesota state government. These claims are primarily related to losses and injuries suffered by individuals while incarcerated or participating in community service associated with correctional activities.

Main Provisions

  • The bill appropriates funds from the general fund to the Minnesota Department of Corrections.
  • The appropriations are designated for covering claims under specific Minnesota Statutes sections 3.738 and 3.739.
  • The funds are intended for the full and final settlement of claims related to:
    • Losses incurred during incarceration in state correctional facilities.
    • Injuries sustained and medical services received by individuals during incarceration or while performing community service as part of correctional sentences.
  • The financial appropriations will remain available until June 30, 2026.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill does not create new laws but ensures financial resources are available to settle existing claims against the state in a timely manner, specifically those connected to the Department of Corrections.

Relevant Terms

  • Appropriation
  • General Fund
  • Department of Corrections
  • Incarceration
  • Community Service
  • Settlement of Claims
  • Minnesota Statutes Sections 3.738 and 3.739

Bill text versions

Past committee meetings

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toFinance
May 07, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass as amended
May 07, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
May 08, 2025HouseFloorActionReceived from Senate
May 08, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate file first reading, referred toWays and Means
May 08, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order
May 08, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed
May 12, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt
May 12, 2025HouseFloorActionSecond reading
May 12, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
May 14, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionReturned from House
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionReturned from House
SenateNoteActionPresentment date
SenateNoteActionPresentment date
SenateNoteActionGovernor's action Approval
HouseNoteActionGovernor approval
SenateNoteActionGovernor's action Approval
SenateNoteActionSecretary of State
HouseFloorActionSecretary of State, Filed
HouseNoteActionChapter number
SenateNoteActionEffective date

Citations

 
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    },
    "citation": "3.738",
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  },
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    },
    "citation": "3.739",
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  }
]

Progress through the legislative process

Enacted

Sponsors