Legislation

Drafting legislation and testifying on bills with civil liberties implications is key to ensuring that the government cannot infringe on your rights.

HERE ARE THE ISSUE'S WE'RE WATCHING CLOSELY:

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HF 420 Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Legalize recreational marijuana, and help end racial disparities caused by marijuana enforcement.

May 1, 2019

HF 1971 Reform Forfeiture Process

Ends civil forfeitures and replaces the process with criminal forfeitures, so property and charges are handled together, rather than requiring people to file a separate civil action and hire a civil attorney to get their stuff back.

March 19, 2019

HF 717 Creates a Cannabis Task Force

Creates a Cannabis Task Force

March 1, 2019

HF 12 Conversion Therapy Ban

Bans conversion therapy for children or vulnerable adults.

Prohibits medical assistance coverage for conversion therapy.

February 19, 2019

HF 741 Bail Reform

Limits the use of money bail for misdemeanors.

February 19, 2019

HF 707 Probation Sentencing Reform

Directs the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission to set fixed probation terms.

Allows the court to impose a lower penalty for lesser felonies, within limits.

February 19, 2019