Bill > SF1221

This bill modifies Minnesota state law to explicitly authorize the lawful carry and possession of firearms at the State Fairgrounds. Specifically, the bill amends two sections of Minnesota statutes: section 37.16 and section 624.714, subdivision 17. The changes prevent the Minnesota State Agricultural Society from creating bylaws or rules that would prohibit firearms at the fairgrounds, as long as those firearms are carried consistent with existing state law. The bill defines the State Agricultural Society as a "governmental entity" and clarifies that it cannot ban firearms when conducting activities on the State Fairgrounds related to its public purposes. The modifications also specify that any signs or requests to prohibit firearms must follow specific guidelines about visibility and language. An important technical detail is that these changes will become effective on August 1, 2025, giving state organizations time to adapt to the new requirements. The bill appears designed to expand gun carry rights in a specific public venue while maintaining existing safety regulations around firearm possession.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1221&ssn=0&y=2025