SF4087 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Caucus participation eligibility requirements reinstatement provision
Related bill: HF3720
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
- The bill aims to reinstate the eligibility requirements for participating in caucuses in Minnesota elections. It restores these standards to be in effect for caucus participation.
Main Provisions
- Revival and reenactment of Minnesota Statutes section 202A.16, subdivisions 1 through 3.
- The revived provisions are to be effective retroactively from July 1, 2023.
- The changes apply to the rules governing who can participate in caucuses as part of the state’s electoral process.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Previously existing eligibility requirements for caucus participation are being reinstated through revival and reenactment rather than kept in a non-effective form.
- The retroactive date of July 1, 2023 means the restored eligibility standards are treated as effective for actions or participation dating back to that date under the statute.
Practical Implications
- Individuals seeking to participate in Minnesota caucuses may be subject to the reimposed eligibility criteria.
- Past caucus participation dating from July 1, 2023 onward could be affected by the reinstated rules.
Relevant Terms - Minnesota Statutes section 202A.16 - subdivisions 1 to 3 - revival and reenactment - eligibility requirements for caucus participation - caucus participation - retroactive effective date - July 1, 2023 - elections - Minnesota Legislature
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 04, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 04, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Elections |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee